Canadian Resident Sues Carnival Corporation After Tripping Over Vacuum Cleaner Cord Aboard Carnival Glory
Carolyn Perry, a citizen and resident of Canada, has filed a maritime personal injury lawsuit against Carnival Corporation in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida. The lawsuit, filed under Case No. 1:25-cv-25853-KMW, alleges that Perry suffered severe and permanent injuries after tripping over a vacuum cleaner cord and hose left unattended in a walkway on the Carnival Glory on December 21, 2024.
Cruise Passenger Injured in Carnival Glory Casino Due to Unattended Cleaning Equipment in Walkway
According to the complaint, the incident occurred while Perry was walking through the vessel’s casino, an area where the cruise line reasonably expects passengers to be during a voyage. While navigating the casino floor, she encountered a vacuum cleaner cord and hose that had been left in the walkway by a crewmember. The plaintiff asserts that the equipment was unattended and created an unreasonable tripping hazard in a high-traffic area. Despite internal safety standards and industry practices that require monitoring walkways and maintaining areas free of trip-and-fall hazards, the cruise line allegedly failed to provide a safe environment for its passengers.
Carnival Accused of Ignoring Prior Trip and Fall Incidents Involving Electrical Cords Across Its Fleet
The lawsuit alleges that Carnival Corporation had both actual and constructive knowledge of the dangers posed by leaving electrical cords in passenger walkways. To support the claim of notice, the legal team cites several prior incidents involving similar hazards on other Carnival ships. These include a May 2024 incident on the Carnival Pride, a December 2022 incident on the Carnival Mardi Gras, a January 2022 incident on the Carnival Elation, and a May 2018 incident on the Carnival Magic. Each of these prior cases involved passengers suffering severe injuries after tripping over vacuum or electrical cords left in walkways. The plaintiff argues that these repeated occurrences should have prompted the cruise line to implement corrective measures and stricter enforcement of safety policies to prevent such foreseeable accidents.
Complaint Alleges Negligent Failure to Warn and Inadequate Safety Procedures Aboard Carnival Glory
In addition to the physical hazard itself, the complaint contends that Carnival breached its duty of care by failing to adequately warn passengers of the risk. Perry alleges that there were no caution signs, verbal warnings, or physical barriers to alert her to the presence of the cord and hose. The lawsuit further suggests that the cruise line failed to promulgate or enforce adequate policies to ensure that walkways were regularly inspected and kept clear of maintenance equipment. The plaintiff also notes that the full extent of prior similar incidents is difficult to determine because the defendant frequently requires confidentiality as part of its settlements, which the complaint describes as an effort to shield the facts of prior accidents from the public.
Plaintiff Seeks Damages for Permanent Injuries and Loss of Vacation Enjoyment Due to Cruise Line Negligence
Perry brings four counts against Carnival Corporation: negligent failure to warn, negligent maintenance, general negligence, and vicarious liability for the negligence of its crewmembers. She claims that as a direct result of the fall, she suffered injuries to her body and extremities, physical pain, mental anguish, and a loss of enjoyment of life. The lawsuit states that these injuries have resulted in medical expenses, lost wages, and a permanent impairment of her working ability. Furthermore, the plaintiff seeks compensation for the lost benefit of her vacation and transportation costs, asserting that her cruise was ruined by the injuries sustained on board.
Contact a Cruise Ship Trip and Fall Lawyer Today if You Were Injured by Hazards on a Vessel
Cruise passengers who suffer injuries due to unattended equipment, hidden tripping hazards, or lack of proper warning signs may be entitled to financial compensation under maritime law. Cruise operators like Carnival have a non-delegable duty to maintain their ships in a reasonably safe condition for all guests. If you or a loved one has been injured in a trip and fall accident while on a cruise, it is important to understand your legal rights. Contact our team of experienced maritime injury attorneys today to discuss your case and explore your options for recovery.
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