What is a Military Injury Claim

Serving in the Armed Forces is a demanding career that often involves exposure to risk. Whilst many injuries are an unavoidable part of military life, others arise because proper procedures, equipment, or training were not provided. If you have suffered an injury due to negligence during service, you may be entitled to bring a Military Injury Claim and seek compensation for the impact it has had on your health, career, and family life.

A military injury claim is a legal action brought against the Ministry of Defence (MoD) or other responsible party where injury has occurred because of negligence. This could include:

• Failure to provide safe or adequate equipment
• Lack of proper training or supervision
• Unsafe working conditions
• Exposure to hazardous substances or environments
• Inadequate medical treatment

Importantly, you cannot sue for injuries sustained in the heat of battle or during active combat operations, but many claims arise from incidents outside of combat where the MoD still has a duty of care.

Common Types of Military Injury

We act for current and former service personnel who have experienced:

• Training accidents
• Falls, crush injuries, and lifting injuries
• Hearing loss and noise-induced damage
• PTSD and other psychological injuries
• Road traffic and transport accidents
• Defective equipment injuries
• Workplace exposure to asbestos or hazardous substances

Time Limits for Military Injury Claims

In most cases, you have three years from the date of the accident (or the date you became aware of your injury) to bring a claim. However, there are circumstances where older claims may still be investigated, particularly where you were not aware of the negligence until much later. It is therefore important to seek legal advice promptly.

Compensation You May Be Entitled To

A successful military injury claim can compensate you for:

• Pain, suffering, and loss of amenity
• Loss of earnings (past and future)
• Loss of service benefits and pension entitlements
• Cost of medical treatment and rehabilitation
• Care and support needs
• Adaptations to your home or lifestyle