Military injury claims
Military work poses very obvious but unique risks to those working within the armed forces. Whether they are on or off duty, military personal are exposed to an increased possibility of injury or death on a regular basis.
The Ministry of Defence has a duty of care to its employees, with military workers still protected by the health and safety regulations despite the unique circumstances under which they are required to work.
Suffering from a military injury can be a distressing and difficult experience. As well as the physical pain of your injuries, you may also be suffering from psychological injury. You may also have concerns about your future health, career and the impact it will have on their family. At Irwin Mitchell, we can help you to understand the options available to you if either you or a member of your family has suffered any form of injury whilst serving in the armed forces.
Experts in military injury claims
The Accident at Work Site is managed by Irwin Mitchell, one of the UK’s most respected law firms, meaning that we can draw on a wealth of experience and specialist expertise in military injury claims.
Our lawyers have handled claims for injuries resulting from a wide range of circumstances and activities, including:
- Road traffic accidents
- Parachuting
- Fast-roping
- Aviation
- Weapons
- Fires/explosives
- Vehicles
- Equipment failures
- Training exercises
- Mountaineering
- Sports and adventure training
Our experience has helped a wide range of military personnel to claim compensation for injuries that they sustained whilst serving in the Army, Royal Navy or RAF. These compensation settlements have helped both them and their families to cope with their injuries, helping them to receive specialist medical help, modifications to their property and compensation for lost earnings.
We not only help and support Regular members of the Armed Forces who may have a claim, but also members of the TA and Reservists who have been injured. We understand that as a member of the TA you will have concerns about how your injuries may impact on your civilian and military work.
Military injury compensation
Irwin Mitchell strives to achieve the best possible outcome for your military injury claim.
Our specialist lawyers have an in-depth knowledge of the Ministry of Defence compensation scheme and they can provide you with detailed advice and guidance in plain English. We cut out the jargon to ensure that you are fully kept up to date throughout your claim.
If you or a member of your family has been involved in an accident whilst serving in the armed forces, complete our claims form or call 0800 313 4748 for a FREE no obligation consultation.
* Subject to entering into a ‘No Win No Fee’ agreement in conjunction with our Allianz Litigate insurance policy and complying with your responsibilities under its terms.
All Scottish cases will be handled by the Scottish law firm with which we are associated, Irwin Mitchell Scotland LLP. The law relating to funding is different in Scotland and you will receive separate advice about what that means as well as a separate funding agreement.