Ferry Passenger Sues Over Bathroom Fall

A 68-year-old passenger is suing the Spirit of Tasmania ferry company after falling in his cabin bathroom during rough seas in December 2022, claiming negligence due to the lack of a handrail and warning sign. He suffered permanent injuries including a fractured vertebra and chronic back pain, and is seeking compensation for medical costs, lost income, and ongoing care — arguing his holiday was ruined and he didn’t get the value he paid for. The ferry operator denies liability, suggesting he could have used the stone sink or sat down, and disputes the severity of the sea conditions, noting no other passengers reported similar incidents. The case is set to resume in court in November. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/00bce5ff82509968