Personal Injury in The Military

I was injured at the firing range because of faulty equipment, what can I claim for?

Being injured as a result of being provided with faulty equipment means you could have a claim against your employer.

You could claim damages for any injury you suffered as a result, as well as any financial losses you incurred, such as loss of earnings or the cost of care you required.

For a claim to be successful, we would need to show that the equipment was faulty and as a result you were injured. Our specialist lawyers can help you to obtain evidence in this respect.

My son died while serving in the military, he was healthy. How did this happen?

There will likely be an Inquest held which will examine the circumstances of your son’s death.

Our lawyers are specialists in assisting bereaved families to deal with Inquests into their loved one’s death. We help you obtain documentation from the Ministry of Defence, represent you at the Inquest itself, and support you in answering the questions you have about how your son died.

Families are often advised by the Ministry of Defence that they don’t need solicitors representing them at an Inquest, however we don’t agree. Contact us so that we can discuss how we can assist you with this process.

When can I make a claim for compensation?

You must normally make a claim within 3 years of the date of your injury. However, if your injury happened on a ship or in an aircraft, special regulations apply and in some circumstances you must make a claim within 2 years. We would always advise that you take immediate advice when you have had an accident so you can be clear about the time limits you face should you make a claim.

Can I make a claim when I am serving in the Armed Forces or do I have to wait until I leave?

You can make a claim for compensation while you are still serving in the Armed Forces, and you don’t need to wait until you leave. Making a claim for compensation while you are still serving shouldn’t affect your military career, this has been confirmed by a statement made by Baroness Taylor in the House of Lords.

Can I make a claim for compensation if I have already made a claim under the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS)?

Yes, you can but if you are awarded money under the AFCS you will have to give credit for it if you later receive compensation under a civil claim against the Ministry of Defence. We would always advise our clients to make an application under the AFCS (if appropriate) because it’s a non-fault scheme that can provide early financial assistance if you’re suffering a loss of earnings due to your injuries.

The specialist military team at Squaddie Claim have over 25+ years’ experience dealing with personal injury claims on behalf of Armed Forces service personnel. Our expertise in military injuries, the military covenant, military life, the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme and Armed Forces Compensation Trusts equips us with the ability to tirelessly pursue the compensation you’re entitled to.

Can I claim for loss of earnings and loss of pension if my injuries mean I cannot continue my military career?

If you have a civil claim against the Ministry of Defence, and your injuries have ended you military career earlier than expected, then we would fully investigate and advise you on any future loss of earnings and pension loss that could be included in your claim.