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Maritime MRSA Infection Claims

Offshore jobs are among the most demanding jobs in the world. They usually require a high amount of skill, physical shape and time. Still, people who work these jobs know the importance of taking care of themselves and their family so they go at it day in and days out. Normally, working conditions aren’t very good in these places but after all, they are offshore jobs. There are many hidden dangers in these jobs such as heavy equipment, dangerous equipment, etc. But what people don’t seem to think of that often is the amount of horrible diseases that exist in contaminated mist and waters.

Have you or someone you know been affected by MRSA and have worked at an offshore job or oil rig? Contact a maritime lawyer to discuss your legal options today.

MRSA is an acronym for Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus, and is a bacteria that forms on the skin or in their nose. It is a very common condition, with as many as 1 in 3 adults having it. It is commonly caught from other people, contaminated equipment, contaminated water, contaminated bathroom and kitchen fixtures among other things. In general, the bacteria does nothing but it can sometimes cause terrible conditions. MRSA can develop into:

• Staph Infection
• Lesions
• Wound Infection
• Skin Infection
• Pneumonia
• Blood Infection

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, serious and invasive cases of MRSA are responsible for roughly 90,000 serious infections and over 18,000 deaths per year in the United States. This condition can be very dangerous if it proceeds to be invasive. An MRSA infection could make it difficult to go to work which could result in a loss of hours. Fortunately, there are laws that protect offshore workers that could provide compensation for medical costs and lost time at work. But these laws can be difficult to navigate, so it is best to get professional legal assistance.

If you or somebody you know has been affected by an MRSA infection and have worked in an offshore job, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact a maritime lawyer in your area today.