Diana Sanders: 5 things to know on Carnival Cruise passenger who won $300,000 lawsuit over tequila shots row | Hindustan Times
Diana Sanders won a $300,000 lawsuit against Carnival Cruise Line after claiming negligence led to injuries from overconsumption of tequila.Summary
Diana Sanders, a 45-year-old nurse from California, was awarded $300,000 in a lawsuit against Carnival Cruise Line following an incident on the Carnival Radiance in April 2025. Sanders alleged that Carnival negligently served her 14 tequila shots within an hour, leading to a fall down stairs and a possible traumatic brain injury. A federal jury in South Florida ruled in her favor after an 18-month legal battle, finding Carnival 60% at fault and Sanders 40%. While the payout exceeds the $250,000 Sanders initially sought, Carnival Cruise Line has indicated it will appeal the verdict. The case is considered rare, as cruise lines often win litigation against passengers. Carnival disputes the claims, stating Sanders could not identify who served her the alcohol or where she consumed it.
(Source：Hindustan Times)