New Jersey Woman Sues MSC Cruises After Slip and Fall on Slippery Pool Steps Aboard MSC Meraviglia
Rosemarie Conoscenti, a resident of New Jersey, has filed a maritime personal injury lawsuit against MSC Cruises S.A. in the Southern District of Florida. The lawsuit, filed under Case No. 1:25-cv-24270-CMA, alleges that Conoscenti suffered serious and permanent injuries after slipping on wet and unmarked pool steps on Deck 15 of the MSC Meraviglia while attempting to enter the pool during her cruise on August 27, 2024.
Cruise Passenger Slips on Wet Pool Steps Aboard MSC Meraviglia Due to Lack of Slip-Resistant Surfacing and Warnings
According to the complaint, Conoscenti was lawfully on Deck 15 using the pool area when she slipped and fell on a slick, wet step while entering the pool. The lawsuit alleges that the pool steps were unreasonably slippery when wet, creating a hidden danger that MSC Cruises failed to mitigate. There were allegedly no signs warning of slippery conditions, no anti-slip surfacing, and no crew present to assist or advise passengers at the time.
The complaint asserts that the defendant knew or should have known of the dangerous condition through prior incidents, internal inspections, crew reports, or complaints. The plaintiff’s legal team argues that MSC failed to follow basic maritime safety practices and industry standards for pool area maintenance and hazard prevention.
MSC Cruises Accused of Failing to Warn and Maintain Safe Pool Area Despite Known Risks of Slippery Deck Surfaces
The lawsuit brings a single count of negligence, stating that MSC Cruises breached its duty to provide reasonably safe conditions for fare-paying passengers. Specific allegations include:
- Failure to maintain the pool steps and deck in a reasonably safe condition
- Failure to install non-skid or slip-resistant surfacing
- Failure to warn passengers of the known risk
- Failure to train and supervise crew to inspect and address pool-related hazards
- Failure to follow accepted maritime safety standards
The complaint emphasizes that cruise lines have a duty to protect passengers from non-obvious dangers, particularly in areas like pool decks where wet and slippery conditions are foreseeable.
Plaintiff Seeks Compensation for Lasting Physical Injuries, Pain, and Disruption of Cruise Experience
As a direct result of the fall, Conoscenti alleges she sustained severe physical injuries including—but not limited to—orthopedic trauma, loss of mobility, and ongoing pain and suffering. Her injuries are described as permanent and continuing in nature, resulting in medical expenses, lost income, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. The lawsuit seeks compensatory damages and a jury trial on all claims.
Contact a Cruise Ship Slip and Fall Lawyer if You Were Injured by Unsafe Pool Conditions
Cruise passengers injured by slippery pool decks, poorly maintained stairways, or other unsafe conditions on board may be entitled to recover damages under maritime law. Cruise lines like MSC have a duty to maintain public areas in a safe condition and to warn passengers of hidden hazards. If you or a loved one has suffered a slip and fall injury aboard a cruise ship, contact our legal team today to discuss 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.
