Have you been involved in an accident while serving in the Armed Forces? If so, you might be searching for information on claiming compensation for accidents whilst in the armed forces prior to making a claim for compensation.
Servicemen and women stand good chance of suffering personal injury in their day-to-day work especially if they are working on areas of conflict. Irrespective of where a member of the armed forces is working, as their employer, the MoD, has a responsibility to ensure the health and safety of its workforce.
If an accident occurs, and you believe that negligence is involved, it may be possible to file an accident compensation claim. If this becomes necessary, keep in mind that due to the specialist nature of the MoD, it’s vital that you seek expert advice and opinion before making a claim.
What type of accidents can I claim compensation for?
All personal injury claims are assessed on an individual basis. However, some examples of claims brought due to accidents in the armed forces, include:
- Burns and scarring
- Blindness
- Loss of limbs
- Hearing impairment
- Muscular and other soft tissue injuries
- Fractures
For more information about Armed Forces accidents and in particular, the type of accidents which you could claim for, contact Legal Advice Helpline, today on 0800 612 3042.