The Reality of Hazardous Work Environments at Sea As a crew member on a cruise ship, you are entitled to a workplace that is as safe and secure as reasonably possible. While the goal is to operate without incident, the unique nature of a cruise ship presents various inherent risks. Like any other industrial environment, […]

Tragedy Aboard the Blue Star Chios Greek authorities have detained the captain and chief engineer of the Blue Star Chios ferry following the death of a 20-year-old crew member on Wednesday. The incident, which occurred in the vessel’s lower garage area, has sent shockwaves through the maritime community and sparked immediate industrial action. The victim, […]

Incident Overview British maritime authorities and press outlets have confirmed the death of a crew member following a tragic incident aboard the P&O cruise vessel Arvia. The fatality occurred just two days into a scheduled 14-day transatlantic voyage from the United Kingdom to the Caribbean. The Arvia, a massive 185,581-gross-ton vessel, is among the largest […]

The Critical Need for Maritime Accident Awareness When a maritime professional or a passenger sustains an injury on board, understanding the mechanics of the accident is the first step toward recovery. Gaining clarity on how and why an incident occurred empowers victims to move from a state of uncertainty to informed decision-making. This knowledge is […]

MIAMI – A legal battle has erupted against Royal Caribbean after a 35-year-old passenger, Michael Virgil, died during a December 2024 voyage. The lawsuit, filed in Miami federal court by his fiancée, Connie Aguilar, alleges that the cruise line’s negligence in over-serving alcohol and the crew’s subsequent use of excessive force led to the man’s […]

Crisis in International Waters The Dutch-flagged general cargo vessel Minervagracht has sustained severe damage and is currently battling an onboard fire after being struck by an unidentified explosive device. The incident occurred on Monday in the international waters of the Gulf of Aden, as confirmed by the Amsterdam-based shipowner, Spliethoff.   At the time of […]

Accidents involving U.S. Coast Guard boats are frequently the result of high-speed maneuvers or improper vessel handling. Operating these powerful crafts at excessive speeds significantly elevates the risk of losing control, often leading to violent collisions with civilian boats, stationary docks, or submerged hazards. Such incidents typically occur during high-stakes patrols, emergency response missions, or […]

Finding the right legal representation after a maritime incident is critical to the success of your claim. Boating accidents are governed by a complex intersection of state, federal, and international maritime laws that differ significantly from standard personal injury cases on land. To ensure your rights are protected, you need a firm with a proven […]

The legal team at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. is committed to holding negligent parties accountable when they fail to adhere to critical boating safety protocols. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, with seven additional offices across the country, our firm is strategically positioned to provide legal assistance regardless of where your maritime incident took place. Our […]