P&O Cruises Australia faces an imminent class action lawsuit over its “unethical and predatory” practices in ship casinos.
The issue came to light after guest Shane Dixon reportedly jumped overboard due to racking up thousands of dollars in the casino over two nights.
P&O Cruises Australia Thought to Have Jumped Overboard Due to Debts
Carter Capner Law director Peter Carter says the incident caused an outcry in Australia, which has spurred other passengers to come forward. He says the law firm has been “inundated with stories” of guests being allowed to build up big gambling debts without being informed.
Dixon racked up an AU$ 9,000 ($5,869) gambling debt over two nights. His mother had paid off the…