Being a member of the armed forces comes with a unique set of risks. But it's perfectly reasonable to expect that you're provided with equipment to protect you and to do your job properly.
If you've been injured because of defective military equipment, then our solicitors could help you claim compensation through a civil case. This would be in addition to anything you may have got through the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS).
If you've any questions about claiming compensation, contact us for a free initial consultation about your case.
Our lawyers have previously secured compensation for military personnel who were issued with the following pieces of defective equipment:
- Weapons and ammunition
- Transport - including land vehicles
- Aircraft - including component parts
- Combat body armour
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) - including facemasks or ear defenders
- Diving equipment
- Parachutes
- Heavy machinery
- Ladders.
The consequences of defective equipment in a combat situation can be tragic. We've experience helping service personnel or their loved one’s claim if faulty equipment (or a lack of equipment) has caused or contributed to their injuries.
If you’ve been injured by defective military equipment while serving in any capacity in the Army, Navy, RAF or Special Forces, you may be able to claim compensation. You could also claim if you were injured while serving in the Army Reserve (formerly the Territorial Army), Navy, RAF, or Special Forces Reserves.
You can also claim on behalf of a loved one who was killed due to defective military equipment. We can help you to claim compensation and represent you at inquests, getting you the answers you need.
Why choose Irwin Mitchell’s military injury claims solicitors?
Several of our military solicitors are former service personnel themselves. We completely understand the concerns you may have about making a compensation claim for an injury caused by defective equipment. We've a proven track record in establishing that faulty equipment or a lack of training has caused an injury.
Our team has a successful history in making compensation claims against the Ministry of Defence (MoD). Our lawyers have been involved in several landmark military cases, including establishing that a helicopter should be classified as work equipment for its passengers and crew. We've also run cases on the lack of enhanced body armour, which has led to it becoming standard personal protective equipment (PPE).
Our Support and Rehabilitation Coordinators are trained clinical specialists, who’ll help you to access any help and care you need. This could be emotional, physical, or financial support. We work with a network of trusted charities and support groups around the UK, so we can get you support that’s close by.
Our Welfare Benefits team are experts who’ll advise you of any means-tested benefits you could be entitled to. They can also help you to access these benefits. To stop your compensation from being factored into your benefit entitlement, we can set up a personal injury trust, which keeps your compensation separate from the rest of your finances.
We work in a flexible way, making sure the process is as easy as possible for you. Whether you’d rather we visit you at home or in hospital or, if you'd prefer to come to one of our offices, we'll be flexible to your needs. We can also communicate via phone or video call if that’s more convenient for you.
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