Our expert military claims lawyers will handle your claim at no cost to you* and in the vast majority of cases you will receive 100% of your compensation**.
Expertise And Understanding From Irwin Mitchell
Members of the armed forces operate in some of the most difficult and dangerous environments in the world.
But while danger is a necessary part of many roles, military personnel still have a right to expect the Ministry of Defence (MoD) to protect them from illness wherever possible. When that protection is missing or flawed, serious illness can be one tragic consequence.
At Irwin Mitchell we fight fearlessly to achieve the best outcome for your claim. We’re renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family due to illness sustained as a result of your service, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference.
Our lawyers offer the highest level of professionalism and expertise when handling military illness claims, combined with dedication and sensitivity.
Above all, we put you first.
Handling Military Illness Cases With Expertise And Sensitivity
If, in the course of military duties, you’ve developed an illness or disease, our specialist armed forces team may be able to help you make a Ministry of Defence claim.
Irwin Mitchell has successfully pursued military illness claims for members of the Army, Royal Navy,or RAF who have suffered amongst other conditions:
- asbestos-related diseases
- asthma
- dermatitis
- hearing loss
- repetitive strain injuries
A military illness claim allows you to receive compensation for illnesses you have sustained whilst serving for the military.
We’ll assign our best legal team with the expertise to handle your military illness claim.
We’ll keep things as clear, simple and as straightforward as possible, so there's no need for you to worry about legal complexities or technicalities. Irwin Mitchell is dedicated to making the process of your military illness claim as smooth as possible.
We know that you’ll be worried about your long-term wellbeing and financial security. We’ll make sure you get all the support you need - from us, and from the numerous military welfare organisations we liaise with, including:
- SSAFA
- Combat Stress
- BLESMA
- Defence Medical Welfare Services
- Regimental Associations.
- Proven expertise in military personnel claims
Our specialist Military Injury Team deals with claims on behalf of injured service personnel from all three services. We have a significant amount of experience in dealing with the MoD, their insurers and solicitors as well as having a unique understanding of the military community and culture.
Irwin Mitchell is also one of the largest and most experienced personal injury law firms in the country.
Our team includes many of the country’s finest personal injury lawyers. They operate in highly specialised teams, offering the highest level of legal expertise in military personnel claims.
Irwin Mitchell’s Commitment To Making A Difference
Irwin Mitchell’s first commitment is to you, and to achieving the best outcome for your claim.
We work closely with a number of the Armed Forces welfare branches and organisations and Irwin Mitchell are the PAX appointed legal representatives under the PAX Personal Accident Insurance Scheme for personal injury claims.
The Irwin Mitchell Armed Forces Accident Claims Team is also a proud supporter of SSAFA Forces Help and part of their Corporate Friends Scheme.
We also have a long history of campaigning with leading organisations on behalf of military personnel. Together with those organisations we seek improvements in health and safety, prevent accident and injury where possible, and improve the quality of life and levels of compensation for those who have suffered injury and illness.
We have also pursued many leading legal cases in order to improve the prospects of success of claims, and to obtain fairer compensation.
The above information relates to the law and procedures in England and Wales.
* Subject to entering a ‘No Win, No Fee’ agreement with us and complying with its terms.
** Does not apply to group actions, criminal injuries or accidents and illnesses outside England and Wales and is subject to compliance with the terms of your funding arrangements.
All Scottish cases will be handled by the Scottish law firm with which we are associated, Irwin Mitchell Scotland LLP. The law relating to funding is different in Scotland and you will receive separate advice about what that means as well as a separate funding agreement.