In 1998, Amy Lynn Bradley vanished from a Royal Caribbean cruise ship without a trace. Her story made international headlines—and exposed serious gaps in how cruise lines respond when a passenger goes missing. In this post, we break down the legal responsibilities cruise companies have under U.S. maritime law, what protections exist for passengers, and what families can do if tragedy strikes at sea. If you’re wondering what your rights are after a cruise ship injury, disappearance, or wrongful death, this article offers clear, practical guidance.

Can religious belief ever excuse a violent crime? In this post, we discuss the high-profile Chad Daybell case to explore how courts handle claims of faith-based motive, mental illness, and legal responsibility. Learn how Nebraska law treats religious belief in criminal trials, when the insanity defense applies, and why belief alone isn’t a shield from prosecution.