Military Injury Claims 

Military Illness Claims 

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.



£750,000 for Former Female Sergeant after Military Accident

A former female Sergeant was awarded £750,000 in an out of Court settlement by way of compensation for injuries and financial losses suffered in an incident in 2004.

Our client was on the shooting ranges in Iraq when a former colleague (a Master Sniper) accidentally shot her in the knee at point blank range.

She required emergency treatment in Iraq before being returned to the UK where she was treated at Selly Oak and Queen Elizabeth hospital. Her treatment continues and it is indicated that she will require total knee replacement within 10-15 years of the date of injury with replacements for life.

Our client was medically discharged from the army and a very promising career, in which she contended that she would have applied for, and achieved either a Commission or extended service to age 55. The fact that she would have completed 22 years service was not in issue.

The award compensated our client for her pain and suffering as a result of the military accident and ongoing treatment which will be required. It also compensated her for the difference between her anticipated earnings from her military service and her residual earning capacity in civilian employment.

It allowed her the costs of undertaking surgery privately in the future and includes accommodation expenses from the date of her medical discharge to the date of her pre accident retirement from the army, and past and ongoing care costs associated with her injury and disability. It also included her pension and lump sum terminal grant loss as a result of early retirement from the army.

We have lawyers with the expertise and experience needed to help you with your claim. Choose from the list below to learn more about our experts in this area.

Name Location Job Title Telephone
Sion Kingston Leeds Partner 0113 220 6210
Andrew Tucker Sheffield Partner 0870 1500 100
Sarah Brumpton Leeds Associate 0113 394 6777
Andrew Buckham Sheffield Associate 0870 1500 100
Zoe Sutton Sheffield Associate 0870 1500 100
David Bell Glasgow Solicitor 0870 1500 100

Guidance With Strength And Sensitivity

We understand that contacting a lawyer might seem like a big step - especially if you have not done so before and we have therefore made it easy for you to contact us for free initial advice about your claim.

At Irwin Mitchell we understand the real impact of personal injury. Our team of specialists have the skills and experience to give you clear advice about the chances of pursuing a successful claim and to guide you through the claims process. You can then decide if you want us to pursue your claim on your behalf.

We are renowned for our understanding of the issues affecting you and your family, and we know what positive action to take to make a difference.

At Irwin Mitchell we will fight fearlessly to give you the greatest chance of winning your case, with the best possible outcome, and we will support you every step of the way.

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