What happens if the cruise line denies responsibility for a cruise ship accident?

If a cruise line denies responsibility for a cruise ship accident in California, victims of the accident would need to take legal action to hold the cruise line accountable. The process of filing a lawsuit will involve filing a complaint with the court, serving the cruise line with notice of the lawsuit, and responding to the cruise line’s legal motions. In California, cruise lines owe passengers a duty of care which means they must take reasonable steps to protect passengers from foreseeable harm. If a cruise line breaches this duty of care and an injury or accident results, the cruise line may be held liable for the accident. To do so, victims will have to prove that the accident was caused by the cruise line’s negligence. In order for victims to receive compensation for their injuries, they will need to prove that the cruise line’s negligence directly caused their injuries and that the injuries resulted in damages, such as medical bills, lost income, or pain and suffering. As part of the legal process, victims may need to submit medical records and other evidence to prove their damages. Once all the evidence is presented, a judge or jury will make a decision about whether the cruise line is liable for the accident. If the cruise line is found liable, victims may receive compensation for their damages. If the cruise line denies responsibility or liability is not found, victims may not receive any compensation.

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