What is a military personal injury claim?
Military personal injury claims arise when a service member is injured due to negligence or unsafe conditions. These claims can be complex, involving specific military regulations, making experienced legal representation crucial.
Types of Military Personal Injury Claims:
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Combat-Related Injuries: Injuries from negligent conduct or inadequate equipment.
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Training Accidents: Injuries from improper supervision or faulty equipment during training.
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Defective Equipment: Injuries caused by defective or faulty military equipment.
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Road Traffic Accidents: Injuries from accidents involving military vehicles.
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Medical Negligence: Injuries from misdiagnosis, surgical errors, or inadequate medical treatment.
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Why make a claim with TDS Law?
Have you made a claim with the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS)?
If you have made a claim with the AFCS do not worry. You are still eligible to make a claim with us even if the settlement by the AFCS was not in your favour.
Why can’t you make a claim if you left the British Army before 1987?
Before 1987, there was a legal rule called “Crown immunity” that protected the Ministry of Defence (MOD) from being sued for personal injury claims brought by military personnel. This meant that if you suffered from any injuries or disease while serving in the military before 1987, you couldn’t file for a claim against the MOD because they were immune from such lawsuits.
However, in 1987, a new law called the Crown Proceedings act was passed, which essentially removed this immunity. This change allowed military personnel to seek compensation for injuries they suffered while serving.
So, If you have suffered a military injury during your military service before 1987, unfortunately, you won’t be able to make a compensation claim because the MOD was protected by this legal immunity at that time.
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We understand that each case is unique, and our experienced lawyers work closely with our clients to ensure that we provide the best possible legal representation.
F&Q’s.
Are you uncertain about making a personal injury claim? See further common questions below.
The majority of cases we take are resolved out of the court. We handle all the difficult parts for you and gather all the evidence needed for your case to get you the compensation that you deserve.
You won’t incur any costs upfront. Our services are no-win, no-fee, meaning you only pay a percentage if your claim is successful, making it financially risk-free for you.
Whether or not you are eligible to make a military compensation claim will depend on the specific circumstances of your case. In general, you may be able to make a claim if you have developed an illness or condition as a result of your work, and your employer has failed to adequately protect you from the risks associated with your job.
Some common types of Military Compensation Claim include, noise-induced hearing loss claims, Personal Injury claims, Military Medical Negligence claims, Non-Freezing Cold injury claims, Road Traffic Accident claims and Parachute/Aviation Injuries claims.
Please note that, due to crown immunity, the Ministry of Defence (MOD) was protected from personal injury claims brought by military personnel before 1987. As a result, unfortunately, you won’t be able to make a compensation claim for these incidents.
To determine whether you are eligible to make a claim, it is important to consult with our experienced Industrial Disease lawyer who can review the details of your case and advise you on your legal options. They will be able to assess the strength of your claim and help you understand what compensation you may be entitled to.