Cruise Ship Injured? Why Waiting Could Cost You Everything (And How to Win Without Coming to Miami)

Injured on a Cruise Ship? What Cruise Lines Don’t Want You to Know About Your Rights

If you’ve been injured on a cruise ship, you might assume the cruise line will “do the right thing” and take care of you. Unfortunately, the reality is far from that. Cruise lines are massive corporations with teams of lawyers and insurance adjusters whose job is to pay you as little as possible—or nothing at all.

Here’s the truth: you have far less time to act than you think, and the fine print buried in your ticket contract is designed to make things harder for you. But don’t worry—you don’t have to fly to Miami, spend thousands on lawyers, or even step foot in a courtroom to fight back. Perkins Law Offices can help you secure the compensation you deserve without the stress.

The Hidden Fine Print Cruise Lines Don’t Want You to See

Most passengers don’t realize that when you book a cruise, you’re agreeing to a lengthy ticket contract full of legal traps. Sometimes, these terms aren’t even printed on your ticket—they’re hidden on the cruise line’s website.

Here’s what’s buried in that fine print:

You can’t sue in your home state. Almost all major cruise lines require that lawsuits be filed in Miami, Florida—often in federal court.
You have a strict one-year deadline. While most personal injury cases allow years to file, cruise ship cases usually have only 12 months from the date of injury.
They make it as inconvenient as possible. The cruise lines bank on the fact that you don’t have time or money to travel to Miami and fight them in court.

If you miss that one-year deadline or file in the wrong place, your case could be thrown out—no matter how serious your injury.

How to Get Compensation Without Flying to Miami

Perkins Law Offices has built its reputation on taking on cruise lines and winning cases for injured passengers across the country. You don’t have to travel, pay expensive retainers, or navigate the legal maze on your own.

Here’s how we make it possible:

No Upfront Fees. We work on a contingency fee basis, which means we don’t get paid unless we win your case.
We Handle Everything Remotely. From filing your case to negotiating with the cruise line, you don’t have to step foot in Miami.
Proven Experience. We know every tactic cruise lines use to avoid paying injury claims—and how to beat them.

Common Cruise Ship Injuries We Handle

Cruise ship injuries can happen in countless ways, many of them due to negligence. We regularly represent clients who suffer from:

Slip and fall accidents on wet decks, stairs, or pool areas
Food poisoning or illness outbreaks
Injuries during shore excursions
Falling objects from improperly secured equipment
Assaults or unsafe conditions due to inadequate security

If your injury happened on the ship, during an excursion, or even while boarding or disembarking, you may be entitled to compensation.

Why Acting Fast Is Critical

Unlike regular personal injury cases, cruise ship claims have extremely short deadlines. That one-year filing limit starts the day of your injury—not the day you first realize the cruise line won’t help you.

Waiting can cost you your entire case. The sooner you speak to a maritime injury attorney, the better your chances of recovering the full amount you’re owed.

Perkins Law Offices: Fighting for Cruise Ship Injury Victims

At Perkins Law Offices, we’ve made it our mission to level the playing field against powerful cruise corporations. Our founder has spent years taking on cases that other lawyers shy away from because of the complexities of maritime law.

If you’ve been injured on a cruise ship:

Don’t wait—your one-year deadline is already ticking.
Don’t go it alone—the cruise line’s legal team is already building their defense.
Contact us today—we’ll tell you in minutes if your case qualifies.

You don’t have to come to Miami. You don’t have to pay upfront. You just need to take the first step.

Free Case Evaluation

Fill out our quick online form or call Perkins Law Offices today for a free, no-obligation consultation. We’ll review your case, explain your rights, and fight to get you the compensation you deserve.

Perkins Law Offices – Your Cruise Ship Injury Lawyers in Miami