Florida Passenger Sues Carnival Cruise Line After Slip and Fall on Wet Floor Outside Alchemy Bar Aboard Carnival Sunrise
Wayne Allen, a Florida resident, has filed a maritime personal injury lawsuit against Carnival Corporation in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. The lawsuit, Case No. 1:25-cv-23553-JB, alleges that Allen suffered a broken ankle and other serious injuries after slipping on wet and slippery tiled flooring in the walkway outside the Alchemy Bar aboard the Carnival Sunrise on August 31, 2024.
Cruise Passenger Injured After Slipping on Slippery Tiled Floor Near Alchemy Bar on Carnival Sunrise
According to the complaint, Allen was walking along Deck 5 near the Alchemy Bar when he encountered an unreasonably slippery surface, allegedly due to liquid on the floor and the inherently slick nature of the tile. The complaint states that no warning signs, cones, or anti-slip mats were in place, and the hazardous condition was not open or obvious to passengers. The area, located adjacent to a busy bar, was allegedly prone to spills, yet Carnival failed to take preventative measures to keep it safe.
Carnival Accused of Failing to Warn and Maintain Safe Walking Surfaces
Allen’s attorneys claim Carnival either knew or should have known about the dangerous condition. The suit points to prior slip-and-fall lawsuits involving the same or similar flooring on the Carnival Sunrise and other ships in the fleet. The complaint alleges that Carnival crew members were working at the nearby bar and had a clear line of sight to the area, that security cameras monitored the location, and that policies required regular inspection and cleaning — yet no timely action was taken to prevent the fall.
The lawsuit cites multiple prior cases, including Berrios v. Carnival Corporation, Williams v. Carnival Corporation, Greene v. Carnival Corporation, Salas v. Carnival Corporation, and Tienken v. Carnival Corporation, as evidence that Carnival was aware of the flooring’s hazards.
Complaint Highlights Inadequate Flooring Design and Lack of Safety Measures
In addition to claiming that Carnival failed to clean and maintain the area, the complaint alleges negligent design in selecting tile that lacked sufficient slip resistance for a high-traffic food and beverage zone. The plaintiff asserts that Carnival ignored the need for anti-slip matting or flooring with a higher coefficient of friction, despite knowing the likelihood of spills in the area.
Plaintiff Seeks Damages for Permanent Injuries, Lost Wages, and Disrupted Vacation
The complaint brings three counts against Carnival: negligent failure to warn, negligent failure to maintain, and general negligence. Allen claims his injuries are permanent and continuing, causing physical pain, mental anguish, disability, and loss of enjoyment of life. He seeks compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and the lost value of his cruise and travel costs.
Contact a Cruise Ship Slip and Fall Lawyer If You Were Injured on Board
Cruise passengers injured due to slippery flooring, especially in food and beverage service areas, may have claims under maritime law. Cruise lines have a legal obligation to maintain safe walking surfaces and to warn passengers of hazards. If you or a loved one suffered a slip and fall accident aboard a cruise ship, contact our experienced maritime injury attorneys today to discuss your rights and legal options.
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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.
