Georgia Woman Sues Royal Caribbean After Slipping on Wet Floor in Central Park Area of Allure of the Seas
Brianna Hill, a resident of Georgia, has filed a maritime personal injury lawsuit against Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. in the Southern District of Florida. The complaint, filed under Case No. 1:25-cv-25669-DPG, alleges that Hill suffered serious injuries—including a dislocated patella—after slipping on a wet floor in the Central Park Atrium of the Allure of the Seas on November 8, 2024.
Cruise Passenger Slipped on Wet Surface Near Vintages Restaurant in High-Traffic Central Park Zone
According to the complaint, Hill was walking on Deck 8 through the Central Park Atrium near the Vintages Restaurant when she suddenly slipped and fell on a wet, slippery floor. She contends that the surface was unreasonably dangerous due to the accumulation of liquid and inadequate maintenance. Hill alleges the cruise line failed to use slip-resistant flooring, place mats, or otherwise mitigate known risks of water accumulation in the area.
The lawsuit asserts that the condition was not open or obvious and that Royal Caribbean failed to warn passengers or cordon off the area. The Central Park Atrium is described as a high-traffic location where drink spills and moisture buildup are foreseeable and require extra safety precautions.
Lawsuit Alleges Royal Caribbean Knew of Prior Similar Slip and Fall Incidents in Central Park on Other Ships
Hill’s legal team claims that Royal Caribbean knew or should have known that the area near the Vintages Restaurant was likely to become wet and hazardous, particularly due to its location in a social hub where beverages are regularly served and spilled. The complaint references prior similar incidents across Royal Caribbean’s fleet in similar conditions, arguing that the cruise line had actual or constructive knowledge of the risks but failed to take corrective measures.
The lawsuit cites the cruise line’s access to surveillance footage, its maintenance obligations, and the presence of safety protocols as evidence that Royal Caribbean could have and should have prevented the incident through better supervision, inspection, and maintenance.
Complaint Accuses Cruise Line of Failing to Maintain Safe Conditions and Warn Passengers of Hidden Hazards
Hill’s lawsuit brings two counts of negligence against Royal Caribbean:
- Negligent Failure to Maintain: Alleging that Royal Caribbean failed to maintain a safe walking surface in a location where wet conditions were foreseeable. The suit argues that the cruise line did not use slip-resistant materials or other physical protections and did not provide an alternate safe walking path.
- Negligent Failure to Warn: Claiming the cruise line failed to warn passengers of the dangerous floor condition despite knowing that the area regularly becomes wet and slippery due to nearby drink service and high foot traffic.
The complaint asserts that Royal Caribbean failed to enforce or implement procedures to identify and address hazardous conditions before they caused harm.
Plaintiff Seeks Compensation for Dislocated Knee, Pain, and Loss of Enjoyment of Life
As a result of the fall, Hill alleges that she suffered a dislocated left patella, requiring medical treatment and ongoing care. She seeks damages for medical expenses, lost wages, physical pain, emotional suffering, and reduced quality of life. The complaint emphasizes that her injuries are permanent and continuing in nature and will require future treatment and rehabilitation.
Contact a Cruise Ship Injury Lawyer If You Were Hurt in a Wet or Slippery Public Area
Cruise passengers injured in wet or hazardous areas—particularly in high-traffic zones like Central Park, promenades, and restaurant corridors—may be entitled to compensation under maritime law. Cruise lines are required to keep these areas safe and to act when they know or should know of dangers. If you or a loved one has suffered an injury due to a wet or slippery floor aboard a cruise ship, contact our legal team to explore your rights.
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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.
