Florida Woman Sues Carnival Cruise Line After Tripping Over Unsecured Metal Threshold on Carnival Miracle
Nancy Pavey, a Florida resident, has filed a maritime personal injury lawsuit against Carnival Corporation in the Southern District of Florida. The lawsuit, filed under Case No. 1:25-cv-23069-KMW, alleges that Pavey suffered severe injuries when she tripped on an unmarked, unsecured raised metal threshold near Cabin 1152 aboard the Carnival Miracle during her July 2024 cruise.
Cruise Passenger Trips on Unmarked and Elevated Metal Threshold Near Stateroom Aboard Carnival Miracle
According to the complaint, the incident occurred on July 22, 2024, while Pavey was walking on Deck 11 near her cabin. She alleges that she suddenly tripped on a hazardous metal threshold that was both unmarked and improperly secured, causing her to fall and sustain serious injuries. The raised threshold allegedly exceeded industry height standards and was not level with the surrounding flooring, making it a hidden danger.
The complaint states that there were no warning signs, floor markings, or barriers to alert passengers to the uneven surface, and the threshold was not visible or obvious under the lighting conditions in that area of the ship.
Carnival Accused of Failing to Inspect, Repair, or Warn About Known Threshold Hazards on Carnival Miracle
The lawsuit asserts that Carnival was negligent in both maintaining and inspecting the subject threshold. According to Pavey, at least three screws securing the threshold in place were missing at the time of the incident. Her daughter, who was staying on the same deck, reportedly observed the threshold bouncing up and down days before the fall, indicating that the condition had existed for an extended period and was detectable through reasonable inspection.
Additionally, the complaint includes a photo allegedly taken immediately after the incident, showing Carnival employees actively repairing the threshold. This, the plaintiff claims, supports the assertion that Carnival’s crew was aware of the hazard and had prepared for a repair prior to her injury.
Complaint References Prior Lawsuits Over Similar Raised Metal Floor Hazards on Carnival Ships
Pavey’s legal team supports her claim by citing multiple other lawsuits involving similar trip-and-fall accidents on Carnival ships, including:
- Ramos v. Carnival Corporation (Carnival Celebration)
- Wynn v. Carnival Corporation (Carnival Elation)
- Maguire v. Carnival Corporation (Carnival Breeze)
These prior lawsuits involved passengers tripping over similarly situated raised metal strips or thresholds, reinforcing the allegation that Carnival had prior notice of the risk but failed to take adequate action to prevent recurrence.
Plaintiff Seeks Damages for Physical Injury, Medical Expenses, and Disruption of Vacation Due to Unsafe Cabin Walkway Design
Pavey brings four negligence-based claims against Carnival: failure to warn, failure to maintain, negligent design, and general negligence. She alleges that Carnival breached its duty to provide a reasonably safe walking surface in the area of her stateroom by allowing an elevated, unsecured metal threshold to persist without correction or warning.
As a result of the fall, Pavey claims she suffered permanent injuries, pain and suffering, disfigurement, and a reduction in her ability to work and enjoy life. The complaint also seeks compensation for medical expenses and the lost value of her cruise vacation.
Injured After Tripping Over a Raised Threshold or Uneven Flooring on a Cruise Ship? Legal Help Is Available
Trip and fall injuries caused by unsecured or elevated thresholds aboard cruise ships may constitute a basis for legal action under general maritime law. Cruise lines like Carnival are obligated to maintain safe walking surfaces for passengers and to warn of any known or foreseeable hazards. When that duty is breached, injured passengers may be entitled to compensation for their injuries, expenses, and lost travel experiences.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a similar incident involving a raised threshold or uneven flooring on a cruise, you may have a viable claim.
Contact us now to speak with a cruise ship trip and fall attorney.
