Palm Beach County Resident Sues Carnival Cruise Line After Slip and Fall Near Guy’s Burger Joint on Carnival Venezia
Nadine Richards Hyman, a resident of Palm Beach County, Florida, has filed a maritime personal injury lawsuit against Carnival Corporation in the Southern District of Florida. The lawsuit, filed under Case No. 1:26-cv-20801-BB, alleges that Hyman suffered serious and permanent physical injuries after slipping on a dangerously wet surface while walking on Deck 10 of the Carnival Venezia on February 13, 2025.
Cruise Passenger Injured on Carnival Venezia Near Popular Dining Area Due to Slippery Deck and Lack of Warnings
According to the complaint, the incident occurred while Hyman was a fare-paying passenger and business invitee aboard the sea-faring vessel. While walking on Deck 10 in the vicinity of Guy’s Burger Joint, she encountered a walking surface that was allegedly unreasonably dangerous. The lawsuit claims the area was hazardous due to a combination of inadequate slip-resistance material, poor maintenance, and a known propensity for the flooring to accumulate liquid. Hyman asserts that she was given no warning of the hazard and had no reason to anticipate the risk, as the dangerous condition was not likely to be appreciated by a passenger.
Carnival Accused of Failing to Maintain and Monitor High Traffic Areas for Known Slip Hazards
The lawsuit alleges that Carnival had both actual and constructive knowledge of the unsafe conditions in this specific area of the ship. The complaint argues that the hazardous condition had existed for a sufficient period of time and occurred in a high-traffic passenger zone, making the risk reasonably foreseeable to the cruise line. Hyman’s legal team contends that Carnival knew or should have known that the area near Guy’s Burger Joint routinely became wet and slippery, yet the cruise line failed to take reasonable measures to correct the condition or protect passengers from harm. Despite the recurring nature of the hazard, the cruise line allegedly failed to place warning signs, cones, or barriers to alert passengers to the danger.
Complaint Alleges Negligent Failure to Inspect and Lack of Anti Slip Surface Material on Carnival Venezia
In addition to the failure to warn, the complaint focuses on the physical state of the deck and the lack of proper safety protocols. Hyman alleges that the flooring lacked adequate anti-slip surface material to prevent incidents in an area where liquids are known to accumulate. The lawsuit brings counts of negligence and vicarious liability against Carnival, asserting that the cruise line failed to adequately monitor, inspect, and supervise the area. Furthermore, the complaint suggests that Carnival failed to institute necessary safety inspection procedures to ensure that such unsafe conditions aboard the vessel were discovered and remediated before causing injury to passengers.
Plaintiff Seeks Damages for Permanent Knee Injury and Surgical Costs Resulting from Carnival Negligence
As a direct result of the slip and fall, Hyman allegedly suffered a tear in her right knee that required extensive medical treatment and surgical repair. The lawsuit states that she has suffered both economic and non-economic damages, including past and future medical expenses, physical disability, disfigurement, and mental anguish. The complaint highlights that these losses are either permanent or continuing in nature, impacting her capacity for enjoyment of life and her ability to earn money. Having complied with all conditions precedent, including providing timely written notice of the injury within six months of the occurrence, Hyman is seeking a jury trial to recover damages and costs.
Contact a Cruise Ship Slip and Fall Injury Lawyer Today if You Were Hurt Near a Dining Area in Unsafe Conditions
Cruise passengers who are injured while navigating high-traffic areas like pool decks or dining areas may be entitled to significant compensation under maritime law if the cruise line failed to maintain safe conditions. Companies like Carnival have a strict legal obligation to exercise reasonable care and to warn passengers of hidden hazards such as wet floors or inadequate traction. If you or a loved one suffered a serious injury due to a slip and fall accident aboard a cruise ship, contact our team of experienced maritime injury lawyers today. We are dedicated to helping you understand your rights and securing the justice you deserve.
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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.
