Cruise Passenger Sues Carnival After Buggy Rolls Over

Editorial Summary

Doug Parker reports on several legal and operational developments within the cruise industry. Carnival Cruise Line is the subject of a negligence lawsuit filed by Karisa McClinton following an injury during a shore excursion in the Dominican Republic. The complaint alleges that a buggy rolled over during a tour at Amber Cove, resulting in a broken ankle. The lawsuit claims the excursion route was unsafe, the vehicles had worn tires, and there was a lack of proper instruction and supervision. Carnival notes that most shore excursions are managed by independent local companies. Additionally, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has concluded an investigation into the death of Briana Miller, a passenger on the Carnival Forenza. The investigation determined the death, which occurred after a fall from a balcony in April, was the result of an intentional act. Finally, Royal Caribbean is seeking volunteers for an overbooked July 11th sailing of the Mariner of the Seas from Galveston. The cruise line is offering guests in balcony or ocean view cabins the option to move to interior staterooms in exchange for a full refund and a 200 dollar onboard credit. This is at least the seventh reported instance of an overbooked Royal Caribbean sailing this year.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.