Holland America Line Accidents

The Holland America accident attorneys of Brais Law Firm have represented injured passengers against cruise lines for years. Holland America was formed in 1873 as a passengers and cargo line. Over the years, Holland America stopped transporting cargo and focused exclusively on passenger transportation. Though original a Dutch company, in 1989 it was sold to Carnival Cruise Lines. Holland America owns and operates the following cruise ships:

Vista Class

  • Zuiderdam
  • Oosterdam
  • Westerdam
  • Noordam

Rotterdam Class

  • Rotterdam
  • Volendam
  • Zaandam
  • Amsterdam

Statendam Class

  • Massdam
  • Veendam

Signature Class

  • Eurodam
  • Nieuw Amsterdam

Pinnacle Class

  • Koningsdam

Elegant Explorer Class

  • Prinsendam

Why Should I Hire an Attorney to Represent me Against Holland America?

Holland America retains top-notch maritime law firms to represent it against passengers who bring personal injury claims against the cruise line. Our Holland America injury attorneys are well suited to fight against these law firms in order to achieve the compensation our clients deserve.

Are There Deadlines for Bringing a Claim?

Found in Holland America’s boarding pass is a requirement that injured passengers notify the cruise line in writing of the claim within six months and file a lawsuit within one year. Once you become a Brais Law Firm client, we make sure all the deadlines stated in the ticket are met.

What Court Must my Injury Claim be Filed?

All personal injury lawsuits against Holland America must be filed in Federal Court located in Seattle, Washington. This is true no matter where the injured passenger is from or which port the cruise departed and returned.

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Call our Holland America accident attorneys today at 800-499-0551 within the U.S., 305-709-4117 within the State of Florida, or click Contact Us to fill out a no-obligation form for a free evaluation of your case.

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