Louisiana Woman Sues Carnival Cruise Line After Slipping on Liquid While Exiting Elevator on Carnival Valor
Yasmine Fernandez, a Louisiana resident, has filed a personal injury lawsuit against Carnival Cruise Line following a serious slip and fall incident aboard the Carnival Valor. The lawsuit, filed under Case No. 1:25-cv-25221-CMA in the Southern District of Florida, alleges that Fernandez suffered permanent injuries after slipping on a liquid substance as she exited an elevator during her November 2024 cruise.
Passenger Claims She Slipped on Wet Floor Near Elevator Aboard Carnival Valor and Suffered Permanent Injuries
According to the complaint, the incident occurred on November 24, 2024, while Fernandez was a fare-paying passenger aboard the Carnival Valor. As she stepped out of an elevator, she allegedly slipped on an unmarked liquid substance that had accumulated on the floor. The fall caused serious injuries, including lacerations and trauma to her body and extremities, as well as emotional distress and the activation of pre-existing conditions.
Fernandez claims that the liquid substance was not visible and that Carnival failed to take any precautionary measures to address the slippery condition or warn passengers. She contends that the dangerous floor condition existed for an extended period before her fall, giving Carnival ample opportunity to detect and remedy the hazard.
Carnival Accused of Failing to Maintain Safe Flooring and Monitor Elevator Area for Passenger Hazards
The lawsuit alleges that Carnival was negligent in maintaining and operating the Carnival Valor in a reasonably safe condition. Fernandez asserts that the cruise line had actual and/or constructive notice of the hazardous floor condition and failed to:
- Inspect or clean the area in a timely manner
- Place warning signs or barriers around the affected area
- Supervise the elevator access area where the incident occurred
The complaint further alleges that Carnival’s crew did not adequately monitor high-risk zones, such as elevator lobbies, where passengers frequently enter and exit in large numbers. This failure to act or warn constituted a breach of Carnival’s duty of care under general maritime law.
Complaint Seeks Damages for Ongoing Medical Care, Lost Wages, and Diminished Quality of Life
Fernandez claims she has incurred and will continue to incur medical expenses as a result of the injuries sustained in the fall. She also alleges lost wages, reduced earning capacity, and permanent impairment that will continue to affect her well-being and quality of life. The complaint states that her injuries are both permanent and continuing in nature.
The lawsuit includes a single count of negligence against Carnival Cruise Line and demands a jury trial. Fernandez seeks compensatory damages exceeding $75,000, along with reimbursement of court costs and any additional relief deemed appropriate by the court.
Passengers Injured on Cruise Ships Due to Wet Floors May Have Legal Options Under Maritime Law
Slip and fall accidents aboard cruise ships—particularly near elevators, stairwells, and high-traffic corridors—can lead to serious injuries. Cruise lines like Carnival have a legal obligation to maintain safe walking conditions and to warn passengers of potential hazards. When they fail to do so, injured guests may be entitled to recover damages under maritime personal injury law.
If you or a loved one suffered a slip and fall injury aboard a cruise ship, you may have a claim.
Contact us now to speak with a cruise ship slip and fall attorney today.
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.
