Military Accidents

Military accident claims are slightly more complex than other work accident claims, as there is a degree of 'assumed risk' involved in working as part of the armed forces.

However, the Ministry of Defence, like any other employer, has a duty of care towards its employees. If you've been injured during training as opposed to in combat, you may be able to claim compensation for your injuries.
We're here to help at what can be a difficult time for both you and your family.

Can I make a military accident claim?

Army, Navy and RAF employees, along with civilians employed by the Ministry of Defence (MoD), have been able to make military accident claims since 1987.

Military accident claims can be made when a member of the armed forces is injured outside of combat, and the injury was caused by their employer's (or someone else's) negligence.

Unfortunately, we're unable to help those injured in combat claim compensation. This is because claims relating to injuries sustained in combat are made through the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS).

Military accident claims should be made within three years of the accident taking place, and you must be able to prove that you were injured in the accident, so it's important to see a doctor as soon as possible after the accident. 

Types of military accident claim

We can help you make military accident claims for injuries sustained in a wide range of military accidents including;

• Accidents during training
• Accidents involving military vehicles
• Accidents in which off-duty personnel are injured
• Accidents involving unsafe or faulty equipment
• Any other accident that takes place on military land, which is caused by someone else's negligence

If you're unsure whether or not you can make a military accident claim, please don't hesitate to get in touch with one of our friendly advisors. All of our advisors are legally trained, so you can get the answers you need in minutes.

Our military accident claims service

We understand that making a claim against your employer can be daunting, but rest assured, our military accident solicitors are specialists, and are highly experienced in handling a wide range of military accident claims. What's more, your personal details are confidential - we'll never pass them on to anyone else unless you tell us we can. 

If you've suffered an injury in a military accident in training or off duty, you may be entitled to compensation. If you're ready to get started with your claim, simply call us now, or start your claim online.

Alternatively, you can read more about how we can help you claim armed forces compensation.