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Veterans' Claims After Discharge
Left the Armed Forces?
Suffering from an injury or illness caused by your service?
You may still be entitled to compensation. Speak to a specialist veterans' solicitor today — confidential, no obligation.
No obligation. We won't pressure you to proceed.
Could You Have a Veterans' Compensation Claim?
If you served in the UK Armed Forces and have experienced any of the following, you may be entitled to compensation:
- Hearing loss, tinnitus or deafness caused by noise during service
- PTSD, depression, anxiety or other psychiatric injury from service
- Non-freezing cold injury (NFCI) or heat injury
- Musculoskeletal injuries from training, operations or physical activity
- Injuries or illness caused by medical negligence during service
- Conditions that emerged or worsened after leaving the Forces
Two Routes to Veterans' Compensation
Veterans may be able to claim through two separate routes, and in some cases both:
- Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) — a no-fault scheme for injuries caused by service on or after 6 April 2005, with tariff-based awards
- Civil claim against the MOD — where negligence can be established, civil claims can result in higher compensation than AFCS tariff awards
We will advise on the most appropriate route for your circumstances after a free confidential assessment.
Don't Delay — Time Limits Apply
Veterans' compensation claims are subject to strict time limits. For civil claims against the MOD, the standard limitation period is three years from the date of injury or from when you first knew your injury was caused by your service.
Even if you are unsure whether you have a claim, we strongly recommend contacting us as early as possible to protect your position. A free confidential assessment costs you nothing.
How a Veterans' Claim Works
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Free Confidential Call
We discuss your service history, your condition and how it arose. No obligation.
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We Assess Your Options
We advise on the best claim route — AFCS, civil MOD claim or both — and give you a realistic view of what your veterans' claim may be worth.
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We Handle Everything
We manage the process, gather evidence and keep you informed throughout your veterans' compensation claim.
Veterans' Claims — Common Questions
Can I claim compensation after leaving the Armed Forces?
Yes. Veterans can bring compensation claims for injuries, illnesses and conditions caused by their service even after they have left the Armed Forces. You do not need to be currently serving. Both civil claims against the Ministry of Defence and claims under the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) may be available depending on when your injury occurred and the circumstances.
How long do I have to make a veterans' compensation claim?
Time limits apply to veterans' compensation claims. For civil claims against the MOD, the standard limitation period is three years from the date of injury or from when you first knew (or ought to have known) that your injury was caused by your service. AFCS claims have their own time limits. We strongly recommend seeking advice as early as possible to protect your position.
What conditions can veterans claim compensation for?
Veterans can claim compensation for a wide range of conditions caused by service, including hearing loss and tinnitus (NIHL), PTSD and psychiatric injury, non-freezing cold injury (NFCI), musculoskeletal injuries, training and exercise injuries, exposure to toxic substances, and medical negligence during service. We will advise on the most appropriate claim route for your specific circumstances.
What is the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS)?
The Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) provides no-fault compensation for injuries, illnesses and deaths caused by service on or after 6 April 2005. Awards are made on a tariff basis. The AFCS is separate from civil claims against the MOD, which can result in higher compensation where negligence is established. We can advise on which route is most appropriate for your claim.
Do I need to have a medical diagnosis before making a veterans' claim?
You do not need a formal diagnosis before contacting us. We can advise you on the basis of your symptoms and service history. A medical assessment will typically be required as part of the claims process, and we can guide you through this. Contact us for a free confidential assessment.
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Head of Military Legal Services
Over 10 years' specialist experience in complex military claims, personal injury, industrial disease and catastrophic injuries. Multiple six-figure settlements achieved.
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