Hurt on the Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas? Legal Help for Cruise Ship Injury Claims

If you were injured aboard the Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas, you may have the right to pursue compensation for your injuries under maritime law. Many cruise ship injuries are preventable and may occur due to unsafe conditions like wet surfaces, faulty bunk beds, or automatic sliding glass doors that close on passengers due to sensor failures. At the Law Offices of Jason Turchin, we help injured passengers understand their legal rights and may be able to assist with filing a claim.

Call 800-337-7755 or start a live chat for a free consultation. You won’t pay any fees or costs unless we recover compensation on your behalf.

About the Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas

The Adventure of the Seas is a Voyager Class ship that sails from ports such as San Juan, Galveston, and Orlando to destinations throughout the Caribbean. With FlowRider surf simulators, water slides, pools, rock climbing walls, and family entertainment, the ship offers a high-energy experience. But even on vacation, guests can suffer injuries when safety systems fail or when maintenance and supervision fall short.

Royal Caribbean may be held legally responsible for injuries caused by negligence, poor maintenance, or unsafe onboard conditions.

Common Injury Claims on the Adventure of the Seas

Guests may be injured in cabins, pools, dining areas, or activity zones onboard the ship. Some of the most common types of injury claims include:

Slip and Fall Accidents

Slip and falls frequently occur on wet pool decks, buffet floors, stairways, and lobbies. If the cruise line fails to post warning signs or promptly clean up spills, they may be liable for injuries such as broken bones or head trauma.

Bunk Bed Injuries

Family cabins often include upper bunks or pull-down beds. If these beds are not properly secured or lack guardrails, passengers — especially children — may fall and suffer serious injuries. Cruise lines have a duty to ensure beds are safe and properly maintained.

Sliding Glass Door Malfunctions

Many balcony cabins use automatic sliding doors. If motion sensors malfunction and the doors close on a guest, injuries may include hand fractures, facial trauma, or shoulder dislocation. These injuries may be preventable with regular inspection and maintenance.

Pool and Water Feature Injuries

The Adventure of the Seas includes pools, splash areas, and water slides. Guests may be injured if surfaces are slippery, if water features malfunction, or if safety rules are not enforced by crew members.

Activity Zone Accidents

Guests may be injured on the FlowRider, rock climbing wall, or sports court due to equipment failure, poor instruction, or lack of supervision. These areas should be staffed and maintained properly to prevent accidents.

Elevator and Stairwell Falls

Passengers may fall due to broken railings, poor lighting, misaligned elevator doors, or wet stairs. These incidents may lead to injuries that support a negligence claim against Royal Caribbean.

Cabin Hazards

Inside guest rooms, guests may trip on loose carpeting, fall from unstable bunk ladders, or suffer cuts from broken fixtures. Staterooms should be regularly inspected to ensure guest safety.

Medical Negligence

Onboard doctors and nurses are generally responsible for treating passengers in medical distress. If a medical professional misdiagnoses a condition or delays urgent care, and a passenger is harmed as a result, Royal Caribbean may be liable under maritime law.

Inadequate Security or Assault

Passengers may be injured due to physical or sexual assault when security is lacking, lighting is poor, or crew members fail to intervene in dangerous situations. Cruise lines should take reasonable steps to protect passengers.

Shore Excursion Injuries

Royal Caribbean may be liable for injuries during excursions they arranged or promoted — including snorkeling, hiking, ziplining, or boating — particularly if the vendor was unsafe or poorly supervised.

Example Injury Scenarios

A sliding glass balcony door closes on a guest’s hand due to a faulty sensor. A child falls from a top bunk bed without guardrails. A guest slips on a wet tile floor outside the buffet with no caution sign. These incidents may be preventable and could support a claim against Royal Caribbean if safety standards were not met.

Where to File an Adventure of the Seas Injury Lawsuit

Royal Caribbean typically requires that injury lawsuits be filed in federal court in Miami, Florida, regardless of where the cruise departed or where the injured passenger lives. This forum selection clause is found in the cruise ticket contract and is usually enforceable.

We regularly file cruise ship injury lawsuits in the Southern District of Florida and can often manage cases remotely for clients across the country or internationally.

Legal Deadlines for Filing a Claim

Cruise ship injury claims must be filed within specific timeframes:

• Written notice must be submitted within 6 months of the date of the injury
• A lawsuit must be filed within 1 year of the incident

Missing these deadlines may result in your claim being dismissed. Contacting a lawyer promptly may help preserve your legal rights.

What Compensation May Be Available?

If Royal Caribbean’s negligence contributed to your injury, you may be entitled to pursue compensation for:

• Emergency and follow-up medical treatment
• Lost wages or reduced future earning capacity
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Long-term disability or disfigurement
• Travel and rehabilitation costs
• Wrongful death damages (if applicable)

We can help evaluate your claim and guide you through the recovery process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to report the injury while onboard?
It’s helpful, but not required. If you didn’t report it during the cruise, you may still have a case supported by medical records, witness statements, or photographs.

Can I sue for injuries caused by a sliding door?
Yes. If a sliding door closed on you due to a sensor or mechanical failure, you may be able to file a claim.

Do I need to live in Florida to file a lawsuit?
No. We represent clients from across the U.S. and abroad. Most cases can be handled without the need for travel.

Can I sue for excursion-related injuries?
Yes, especially if Royal Caribbean promoted, arranged, or endorsed the excursion and safety precautions were not followed.

What does it cost to hire your firm?
We charge no fees or costs unless we recover money for you.

Contact the Law Offices of Jason Turchin – Adventure of the Seas Injury Lawyers

If you were injured aboard the Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas, you may be entitled to compensation. At the Law Offices of Jason Turchin, we handle cruise injury cases and may be able to help you pursue a claim for your losses.

Call 800-337-7755 or start a live chat today. You won’t pay any fees or costs unless we win or settle your case.