Personal Injury Attorney in Miami-Dade County

Maritime & Cruise Injuries Connected To Miami

If you were hurt on a cruise, vessel, or at a port facility tied to Miami-Dade County, you may be facing medical treatment, missed work, and confusing paperwork. Maritime law and cruise contracts make these cases different from a typical accident on land, and getting clear guidance quickly is important.

At Michael C. Black, P.A., we focus our practice on admiralty, maritime, and transportation law. Our attorney has more than 25 years of experience handling cruise passenger injuries, maritime employment issues, and other vessel-related claims from our Miami office. As a board-certified lawyer in Admiralty and Maritime law, Michael C. Black brings advanced knowledge to these complex personal injury matters.

Act now. Call Michael C. Black, P.A. at (305) 964-8792 or send us a message for a free Miami-Dade case review. We will listen, explain your options, and outline the next steps today.

Why Maritime Injuries Are Different

When an accident happens on a cruise ship, commercial vessel, or at a port, different rules usually apply than in a normal car crash. Maritime law, federal statutes, and international rules can govern your claim, and many cruise tickets or employment contracts require lawsuits to be filed in courts located in Miami-Dade County. This can be confusing if you were injured while traveling or working far from home.

Cruise lines often include strict time limits in their passenger tickets for reporting an injury and starting a lawsuit. Maritime employment contracts may also have unique provisions about where a claim must be filed and what law applies. An experienced injury lawyer in Miami-Dade County who understands admiralty and maritime law can review these documents, explain what they mean, and help you avoid missing important deadlines.

From our centrally located Miami office, we regularly assist passengers who sailed from PortMiami and maritime workers who serve vessels calling at local terminals. Because our attorney is board-certified in Admiralty and Maritime law, we are familiar with jurisdiction questions, forum selection clauses, and other issues that often control where and how a case can move forward. We work to identify the legal framework that applies so your claim starts on the right footing.

How We Help After An Injury

After a maritime injury, you might be dealing with pain, travel logistics, and pressure from a cruise line, employer, or insurer. You may be unsure whether to sign forms, accept an offer, or wait. Our firm is here to help you sort through these choices and understand your rights before you commit to anything.

During a free consultation, we review what happened, your ticket or contract, and any reports you have made. We explain the potential legal paths in plain language and discuss realistic next steps based on your situation. If we move forward together, we work to keep you updated, return your calls, and answer your questions so you are not left wondering what comes next.

Many of our clients are recovering at home in another state or country while their claim is tied to Miami-Dade County. We are accustomed to handling communication by phone, email, and video, so distance does not prevent you from receiving legal guidance. Our accident attorney in Miami-Dade County can coordinate with you across time zones and help you manage the process from wherever you are.

If you have just been injured, some practical steps can help protect your rights:

• Seek medical care as soon as you can and follow your doctor’s instructions.
• Report the incident in writing to the ship, cruise line, or employer and request a copy.
• Keep your ticket, employment contract, and any written communications you receive.
• Save photos, videos, and names of witnesses if you have them.
• Contact a personal injury lawyer in Miami-Dade County to review deadlines and options before signing any releases or agreements.

Maritime Injury Cases We Handle

Maritime and cruise-related injuries arise in many different ways. We represent passengers and maritime workers whose injuries are tied to vessels sailing from PortMiami or serving Miami-Dade County in a variety of settings. Our long history in this field allows us to recognize patterns and issues that frequently recur in these cases.

Injury situations for passengers can include falls on wet decks or stairways, unsafe conditions in cabins or public areas, and problems during shore excursions that are arranged by the cruise line. For maritime workers, injuries may occur because of unsafe equipment, inadequate staffing, or failure to provide a reasonably safe place to work, which can also lead to wage and employment disputes.

We also handle vessel-related matters such as ship arrests when needed to secure a claim that arises from injuries or unpaid wages. Because we focus on admiralty and maritime law, we are familiar with the procedures that may apply when a vessel itself is part of the legal process. Our accident lawyer in Miami-Dade County can assess whether these tools might be appropriate in your situation.

Examples of maritime and transportation cases we handle include:

• Cruise passenger injuries related to slips, trips, falls, or onboard hazards.
• Medical and evacuation issues that arise while traveling on a cruise or ferry.
• Shore excursion and tender accidents linked to cruises departing from Miami.
• Maritime employment and wage claims for seamen and crew members.
• Ship arrests and other vessel-related proceedings are tied to injury or wage disputes.

Every situation is different, and the applicable law can depend on where the incident occurred, the type of vessel, and the language in your ticket or contract. We take the time to review these details carefully so we can give you tailored guidance rather than generic advice.

Why Injured Clients Choose Our Firm

When you are searching for a personal injury attorney in Miami-Dade County to handle a maritime or cruise-related claim, you need more than a general understanding of personal injury law. You need someone who has spent years working within the admiralty and maritime framework that governs shipboard and port injuries.

Our firm has been rooted in Miami since 1995, and our work has focused on maritime and transportation law throughout that time. Michael C. Black is board-certified in Admiralty and Maritime law, a credential that reflects significant involvement in this area of practice. For clients, this means your case is evaluated and pursued with a deep understanding of the rules that can affect cruise passenger injuries, maritime employment disputes, and related claims.

Clients also choose Michael C. Black, P.A. because of how we treat them. We strive to provide respectful and compassionate representation to people who are often going through one of the most difficult experiences of their lives. We return calls, answer questions, and work to keep you informed so you do not feel ignored or left out of your own case.

Our centrally located Miami office allows us to file and manage cases in courts that frequently hear maritime matters arising from PortMiami and surrounding facilities. At the same time, we regularly serve clients who live outside Florida and abroad, so you do not need to be nearby to work with us. 

We offer a free initial consultation so you can discuss your situation, ask questions, and get a clearer sense of your rights. Our goal is to give you enough information to decide whether to move forward, and if so, how to proceed in a way that fits your circumstances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Miami lawyer if I live abroad?

Many cruise and maritime contracts require filing in Miami-Dade County, even if you live elsewhere. In those situations, working with a Miami based attorney who understands local courts and maritime rules can be helpful. We regularly represent international clients through phone, email, and video communication.

How soon should I contact you after a cruise injury?

You should contact an attorney as soon as you can after a cruise injury. Passenger tickets often contain short deadlines for notice and filing suit. Early legal review helps protect your rights and gives time to gather records, photographs, and reports before they become harder to find.

What will it cost to talk to your firm?

Your initial consultation with our firm is free. During that conversation, we review your situation, answer questions, and explain how fees would work if we accept your case. There is no obligation to hire us, and you can use the information to decide what is best for you.

How will you keep me updated on my case?

We work to keep clients informed by returning calls, answering emails, and explaining each stage of the process in clear terms. Many of our clients are out of state or overseas, so we are accustomed to providing updates remotely and accommodating different time zones whenever reasonably possible.

Do you handle both passenger and crew claims?

Yes, we handle claims for both passengers and maritime workers. Our practice includes cruise passenger injuries, maritime employment disputes, and wage claims for crew members. We review your role, contract, and the facts of your incident to determine which maritime laws may apply to your case.

Talk To A Miami Maritime Injury Attorney

Deciding what to do after a cruise or maritime injury can feel overwhelming, especially when your case is tied to Miami-Dade County and you are far from home. Speaking with a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer in Miami-Dade County can help you understand your rights, important deadlines, and options for moving forward.

Make the cruise line answer for your injuries. Contact Michael C. Black, P.A. now for a free Miami-Dade case review. Deadlines under maritime law are short.