Pennsylvania Woman Sues Carnival Cruise Line After Slip and Fall on Jogging Track Aboard Carnival Pride
Judy Warner, a resident of Pennsylvania, has filed a maritime personal injury lawsuit against Carnival Corporation in the United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida. The complaint, filed under Case No. 1:26-cv-20151-AHS, alleges that Warner sustained severe and permanent injuries after slipping on a hazardous substance while using the jogging track on the Carnival Pride on January 14, 2025.
Cruise Passenger Injured on Carnival Pride Jogging Track Due to Slippery Substance and Lack of Warning Signs
According to the legal filing, Warner was a paying passenger aboard the vessel when the incident occurred on Deck 10. While she was on the jogging track, she allegedly encountered a foreign or hazardous liquid substance that caused her to slip and fall. The complaint asserts that there were no wet floor signs or any other visible warnings to alert passengers of the dangerous condition in the area. Warner contends that the jogging track is a location where the cruise line invites and expects passengers to be, yet the company failed to maintain the surface in a reasonably safe condition for use.
Carnival Accused of Constructive Knowledge of Hazardous Deck Conditions Based on Prior Similar Incidents
The lawsuit alleges that Carnival Corporation had actual or constructive knowledge that passengers were at risk of slipping on foreign substances on the ship’s decks. To support the claim of notice, the plaintiff’s legal team cites several prior incidents involving passengers slipping on jogging tracks across the Carnival fleet. These include a fall on the Carnival Venezia in December 2024, an injury on the Carnival Breeze in July 2024, and two separate incidents on the Carnival Mardi Gras in 2022 and 2017. Warner argues that these repeated accidents involving transitory substances on high-traffic deck areas should have prompted the cruise line to implement better corrective measures and monitoring protocols to prevent further injuries.
Complaint Alleges Failure to Enforce Safety Policies and Concealment of Prior Cruise Ship Accidents
In addition to the specific circumstances of the fall, the lawsuit claims that Carnival failed to follow industry standards and its own internal policies regarding hazardous conditions. These standards typically require the placement of caution signs, regular monitoring of deck surfaces, and routine maintenance to ensure walking areas are free of slip hazards. Furthermore, the complaint suggests that Carnival may be involved in the concealment of similar prior incidents by requiring confidentiality in settlements, which makes it difficult for the public to determine the full extent of the risks aboard their vessels. The plaintiff asserts that discovery during litigation will likely reveal more instances of substantially similar accidents.
Plaintiff Seeks Compensation for Permanent Injuries and Medical Expenses Following Carnival Negligence
Warner brings three counts against the cruise line: negligent failure to warn, negligent maintenance, and general negligence. She alleges that Carnival breached its non-delegable duty to provide reasonable care and failed to provide a safe environment for its passengers. As a result of the fall, Warner claims she suffered physical pain, mental anguish, disability, disfigurement, and a loss of future earning capacity. The lawsuit states that her injuries are permanent and continuing in nature, requiring ongoing medical treatment. Beyond physical damages, she is also seeking recovery for the lost value of her cruise vacation and related transportation costs.
Contact a Cruise Ship Jogging Track Injury Lawyer Today if You Suffered a Slip and Fall Accident
Passengers who suffer injuries due to slippery deck surfaces, lack of warning signs, or improper maintenance while on a cruise may have grounds for a maritime personal injury claim. Cruise operators are legally required to monitor high-traffic areas like jogging tracks and pool decks to ensure they are safe for passenger use. If you or a loved one experienced a serious slip and fall accident aboard a vessel, it is important to consult with experienced maritime attorneys who understand the complexities of federal cruise ship litigation. Our team is dedicated to helping victims navigate the legal process and hold negligent cruise lines accountable for unsafe conditions.
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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.
