'Could and should have sat': Ferry's rebuke after man sues for toilet fall

A passenger on the Spirit of Tasmania ferry is suing the operator after claiming he was injured from a fall in the toilet. The court heard the man's argument that the ferry company was negligent, but the operator countered that the man should have secured himself properly. This case highlights the growing number of maritime lawsuits concerning passenger safety and the responsibilities of ferry operators in ensuring a secure environment. The outcome could set a precedent for future lawsuits involving accidents at sea.