Accidents can occur anywhere although perhaps more so in jobs where the element of risk is elevated, and never more so than working for the Armed Forces.
Like any accident that occurs in the work place, it is the employer's responsibility to ensure as far as possible the health and safety of their employees. If there is a failure to do so, and an accident occurs, claims for compensation should be made to the employer directly. A good example would be a lifting injury caused by failure to provide adequate mechanical handling equipment.
Claims for accidents or injuries sustained working at home or abroad in the Armed Forces can be made to the Ministry of Defence (MoD). This may seem intimidating, but with expert legal advice, making a claim for compensation can be straight-forward.
What types of accidents in the Armed Forces can I make a claim for?
If you were not to blame for your occupational accident, you can claim against your employer for any injury suffered if the accident was caused by the negligence of your employer.
Examples of typical causes of accidents in the Armed Forces:
- Fires
- Malfunctioning equipment
- Training injuries
- Aircraft crashes
Compensation - What can Legal Advice Helpline can do for you?
Legal Advice Helpline can help you make a claim against the MoD by referring you to an expert solicitor with expertize in running personal injury compensation claims for accidents in the Armed Forces.
If you are thinking about making a claim for compensation for an accident you have suffered in the Armed Forces, contact Legal Advice Helpline today on 0800 612 3042.