Cruise passenger drinks 14 tequila shots – has serious fall – and is awarded $300K

• A California nurse, Diana Sanders, has won a $300,000 lawsuit against Carnival Corp. after claiming she was over-served alcohol on a cruise.
• Sanders alleged she was given at least 14 shots of tequila over eight-and-a-half hours during a January 2024 cruise, leading to a severe fall and injuries.
• The fall resulted in significant injuries, including a concussion, possible traumatic brain injury, and back injuries.
• The jury found Carnival 60 per cent responsible for the incident, with Sanders bearing 40 per cent of the responsibility.
• Carnival Corp. has stated it disagrees with the verdict and plans to pursue a new trial and appeal.

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Cruise passenger wins $300K lawsuit after staff served her 14 shots of tequila – and she fell and injured herself