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Military Accidents

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) is responsible for the safety of its employees in the same way as any other employer would be. But by the nature of the work they do military personnel are at more risk from injury and fatal incidents than other workers. The MOD cannot be sued for injuries sustained during military conflict but they are responsible for ensuring that employees receive sufficient training, supervision, appropriate safety equipment and are supervised by sufficiently qualified colleagues. It is the MODs duty to limit the likelihood of a military accident.

Military personnel work in a variety of dangerous environments and often with very dangerous equipment. Military personnel may be injured whilst on active service but their training (e.g. sport instruction or simulated military combat training) can also be very dangerous. They work with conventional weapons but often also with chemicals.

Claims For Military Accidents

Claims for military accidents are extremely complicated and in the case of this type of claim it is essential to consult an experienced injury lawyer. There is generally a 3 year time limit from the date the injury was sustained to make a claim for compensation. However, if the claimant is not considered to be mentally able to deal with the claim within 3 years the rule is sometimes relaxed.

Military Compensation & Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme

Military personnel can also claim under the Criminal Injuries Compensation (overseas) Scheme. This scheme would compensate personnel who have been victims of deliberate criminal violence whilst working overseas. Therefore, allowing the victim to claim the equivalent compensation to a victim of crime in their home country.