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Military Injury Claims

You Might Be Eligible For Compensation Regardless Of Your Current Service Status

You Might Be Eligible
For Compensation

Are you presently serving in the British Armed Forces or a former member of the military who has encountered hearing-related issues?

If so, you might be eligible for compensation. This applies regardless of your current service status.

If you served any of your service following May 1987, fill out the below form to start your claim.

    Did you serve after May 1987?

    Unfortunately, we can't help people who served in the military before May 1987.

    Have you made a claim for compensation or spoken to a legal representative about this injury previously?

    If yes, please can you provide more information:

    Was this with a solicitor or the AFCS/War Pension Scheme, when was this, what happened with the claim, did you sign paperwork for the claim, any other information?

    How many years ago did you first begin to notice your injury?

    What do you believe to be the cause of your problem?

    Have you spoken to your GP or medical professional regarding your injury?

    If yes, please give details:

    In which of the Forces did you serve?

    Which Other Force?

    What was/is your MoD service number?

    What years did you serve?

    Please give a brief description of the work environment (weapons, explosives, vehicles, etc.) in which you believe the injury was caused:

    Please give a brief description of any hearing protection you were provided with.

    Are there any other claims you'd like to discuss?

    Are there any other claims you'd like to discuss?

    Are there any other claims you'd like to discuss?

    Unfortunately, we can't help people who served in the military before May 1987.

    We Can Help You Claim

    You can make a military negligence claim for injuries suffered while serving or as a result of serving with Navy, RAF, Army, Special Forces or Reserves.

    We understand that dealing with the MoD can be a daunting prospect, but our expert solicitors are experienced and will be on your side throughout the case.

    Military or army injury compensation claims can be made for injuries sustained during training exercises or active duty. There are strict time-frames in place when dealing with legal claims, so even if you are currently serving, get in touch before it’s too late. There are strict rules preventing discrimination against service personnel making claims against the MoD, and your career will not be affected.

    Any settlement comes from a special MoD budget, NOT that of your unit.

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    How Much Can I Claim?

    How much you are entitled to claim for an injury whilst serving with the military can vary from case to case – however, it’s generally accepted that the more life-changing an injury, the more you are likely to receive.

    This is something that our specialists will discuss with you.

    Can I Claim Whilst Still Serving In The Military?

    Yes, it has become a common myth that you cannot make a claim against the military whilst still serving, but this is completely false. In fact, as many claims have strict time limits, if you wait until you leave service, you may no longer be able to make your claim.

    Just like any other employer, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has a duty of care to ensure their employees’ safety whilst at work. If they break this, then they are putting their employees’ lives at risk.

    Any compensation money comes directly from the MoD and NOT your regiment.

    Types Of Injury You Can Claim For

    Hearing Loss – NIHL
    Injuries caused by the negligent discharge of firearms
    Accidents on tours / exercises
    Occupational Diseases
    Non-Freezing Cold Injury – NFCI
    Military Inquests and Fatal Accidents
    Criminal Injuries
    Lariam use
    Armed Forces Medical Negligence
    Injuries caused in military vehicle accidents
    Inadequate/Faulty Equipment and Machinery
    Parachuting Accidents / Falls from Height
    Heat Injuries
    Mental Health or Psychological Conditions / PTSD
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