Military compensation

All employers have a duty of care to their employees. They must carry out risk assessments to ensure that personnel are not exposed to injury in their day to day environments. Whilst the Ministry of Defence (MOD) cannot be sued for injuries sustained during combat they have the same obligations as any other employer to make sure that their employees have a safe environment to work in. This includes proper training for all employees, in equipment usage and general job requirements, suitable supervision and safe equipment. Members of the armed forces can seek military compensation if their employer is found to be negligent.

Military employees are more likely to encounter dangerous conditions such as jungle warfare training and chemical warfare. If management does not carry out its duty of care then these conditions can prove hazardous. It is essential that anyone intending to pursue military compensation seeks advice from a solicitor who has experience in this area. At YouClaim all our solicitors have extensive experience and are knowledgeable about the complexities of military claims.

Criminal Injuries Compensation (overseas) Scheme
Military personnel are also entitled to claim Criminal Injuries Compensation if they have been victim of a violent attack or criminal incident whilst posted overseas. This allows compensation to be claimed equivalent to that available to victims of crime which occurs in this country.

Time limits for military compensation claims
There is a 3 year time limit for making personal injury claims unless the injured party is mentally unable to handle their own legal affairs. It doesn’t matter what country the accident occurred in you are still able to make a claim against the MOD if they are found to be negligent. Please see time limits for military accident claims for more information.

How YouClaim can help you to pursue military compensation
At YouClaim all our solicitors are experienced in military compensation claims. We understand that military accidents can devastate people’s lives, especially as the majority of claimants are very young, between 18 and 30. Our solicitors will gather all the necessary evidence to support your claim and will give you free legal advice at every stage of the case. We want to help you with your rehabilitation and help you to restore your future.

Our solicitors work on No Win No Fee basis to ensure you receive 100% of your compensation if you win your case. At YouClaim we offer a first rate service with no risk attached.

Call us now on 0800 757 10 95 for free legal advice and to make a military compensation claim, or fill in the online claim form.