Florida Man Sues MSC Cruises After Slip and Fall on Wet Hallway Floor Aboard MSC Seascape
Luis Tissone, a Florida resident, has filed a personal injury lawsuit against MSC Cruises S.A. in the Southern District of Florida. The complaint, filed under Case No. 1:25-cv-24390-AHS, alleges that Tissone suffered serious injuries after slipping on a wet floor in a hallway near an elevator while aboard the MSC Seascape on August 11, 2024.
Cruise Passenger Injured After Slipping on Wet Hallway Floor Near Elevator on MSC Seascape
According to the complaint, the incident occurred on the seventh floor of the MSC Seascape as Tissone exited an elevator. The hallway floor was allegedly wet, and there were no visible warning signs, caution cones, or designated safe walking areas to alert passengers to the hazardous condition. Tissone claims he slipped and fell, aggravating a pre-existing back condition and sustaining injuries to his lower spine.
Despite being taken to the ship’s infirmary, Tissone alleges the anti-inflammatory medication provided was ineffective. After returning home, he sought chiropractic treatment and underwent x-rays but was eventually forced to suspend care due to the cost of medical deductibles.
MSC Cruises Accused of Failing to Warn of Wet Floor Hazards and Neglecting Basic Safety Protocols
The lawsuit alleges that MSC Cruises failed to follow standard maritime safety protocols by not inspecting, cleaning, or securing the hallway floor where the incident occurred. Tissone claims there were no caution signs or preventive measures in place, and that MSC did not provide passengers with adequate warning about the risk of slipping in the area.
Tissone asserts that had proper warnings been posted or had the wet area been cleaned and maintained as required, the accident could have been avoided. The complaint emphasizes that cruise lines like MSC have a non-delegable duty under maritime law to warn passengers of reasonably foreseeable hazards and to provide a safe environment throughout the vessel.
Plaintiff Alleges Lasting Back Injuries, Loss of Mobility, and Decline in Quality of Life Following MSC Seascape Incident
Tissone, who describes himself as an active 51-year-old prior to the incident, claims the fall has led to chronic pain, emotional distress, and significant limitations in his ability to perform daily tasks or enjoy recreational activities such as tennis. The complaint alleges ongoing physical discomfort when sitting or standing for extended periods and a reduced overall quality of life stemming from the injury.
The plaintiff seeks damages for medical expenses, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and permanent impairment. The lawsuit also asserts that MSC’s negligence in failing to maintain dry and safe walking surfaces, particularly in high-traffic areas like hallways near elevators, was the direct cause of his injuries.
MSC Cruises Sued for Maritime Negligence Over Wet Interior Walkways on Cruise Ships
The lawsuit, brought under general maritime law, raises a single count of negligence against MSC Cruises. Tissone argues that MSC breached its duty of care by failing to clean up the wet floor, place adequate warnings, or implement reasonable safety measures on the ship’s seventh floor. As a result, he contends that MSC is responsible for all damages arising from the incident.
The claim was filed in the Southern District of Florida in accordance with a forum selection clause in MSC’s passenger ticket contract, which requires lawsuits be brought in federal court in Miami.
Injured on a Cruise Ship Due to a Wet Floor or Lack of Warning? Contact a Florida Maritime Injury Lawyer Today
Cruise lines are legally responsible for maintaining safe conditions in passenger-accessible areas, including interior hallways and elevator exits. If you were injured in a slip and fall accident on a cruise ship due to a wet surface or lack of signage, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. These cases fall under federal maritime law, and time limits for filing a claim are often short.
Contact us now to speak with an experienced cruise ship slip and fall lawyer about your legal options.
Disclaimer:
Our firm does not represent the plaintiff in this case and is not involved in the litigation. The information provided is a summary of allegations based on publicly available court filings. We make no representations about the truth of these allegations, are not commenting on the merits of the case, and are not predicting any outcome.
