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Minnesota Passenger Sues Carnival Cruise Line After Tripping on Raised Metal Strip Near Casino on Carnival Vista
Anita Forte, a resident of Minnesota, has filed a maritime negligence lawsuit against Carnival Corporation in the Southern District of Florida. The lawsuit, filed under Case No. 1:25-cv-22744, alleges that Forte suffered a fractured foot after tripping over an exposed and uneven metal strip separating carpeted and non-carpeted flooring near the casino aboard the Carnival Vista.
Cruise Passenger Trips and Breaks Foot on Unsafe Metal Threshold on Deck 4 of Carnival Vista
According to the complaint, the incident occurred on February 26, 2024, as Forte was walking near the casino on Deck 4. Carnival had installed a metal transition strip to separate different flooring types, but the strip was allegedly exposed, raised, and uneven, creating a tripping hazard in a high-traffic area.
Forte claims she did not see the hazard before her foot caught on the protruding strip, causing her to fall forcefully onto the deck. She sustained a right foot fracture and other injuries that required medical treatment and resulted in pain, disfigurement, and limitations on her mobility.
Lawsuit Alleges Carnival Knew of Dangerous Flooring but Failed to Maintain or Correct It
The lawsuit asserts that Carnival negligently maintained the flooring near the casino by allowing the metal strip to remain loose, uneven, and not flush with the surrounding floor. Forte alleges that the hazard existed for a sufficient period that Carnival, through regular inspections and maintenance, should have discovered and corrected it before passengers were injured.
The complaint also argues that Carnival failed to warn passengers about the tripping hazard and did not post warning signs, block access, or install protective coverings despite knowing the area was heavily used by guests.
Plaintiff Brings Multiple Counts of Negligence for Dangerous Flooring and Failure to Warn Passengers
Forte’s lawsuit brings three counts against Carnival: negligent maintenance, negligent failure to correct, and negligent failure to warn. She claims that Carnival breached its duty to provide a reasonably safe walkway and failed to repair, replace, or warn about the raised metal strip that caused her fall.
As a result, Forte alleges she has suffered permanent injuries, ongoing pain and suffering, disfigurement, medical expenses, and loss of enjoyment of life. She seeks compensatory damages for her injuries and costs.
Hurt by a Tripping Hazard on a Cruise Ship? Know Your Legal Rights Under Maritime Law
Cruise lines have a legal obligation to inspect, maintain, and repair floors, thresholds, and walkways to prevent tripping hazards for passengers. If you or a loved one suffered an injury due to uneven flooring or poor maintenance on a cruise ship, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and other damages under maritime law.
Contact our cruise ship injury lawyers today for a free consultation and to protect your rights.