MILITARY INJURIES & SERVICE-RELATED CLAIMS

Military service can involve physically demanding tasks and exposure to dangerous environments. When injuries occur or adequate precautions are not taken, the impact can last long after service has ended.

VALOUR helps veterans understand the support and options available to them by connecting them with specialist regulated legal and medical partners where appropriate.

SERVICE-RELATED INJURIES

Injuries can occur during training, operations, or day-to-day duties.

UNDERSTAND YOUR OPTIONS

We help you explore the support, guidance, and potential routes available.

SPECIALIST PARTNERS

Access to regulated legal and medical professionals where appropriate.

VETERAN-LED SUPPORT

A team that understands military life and the challenges veterans face.

Types of Military Injuries May Include:

PHYSICAL INJURIES

Musculoskeletal injuries, fractures, joint damage, and soft tissue injuries.

HEARING LOSS

Damage caused by exposure to loud noise, weapons fire, or heavy equipment.

PSYCHOLOGICAL INJURIES

Conditions such as stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.

RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS

Illnesses linked to exposure to dust, fumes, smoke, or other hazardous substances.

OTHER CONDITIONS

Including burns, scarring, infections, and long-term health complications.

YOUR SERVICE. YOUR RIGHTS.

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has a responsibility to take reasonable steps to protect service personnel from avoidable harm. This includes:

Reducing unnecessary exposure to excessive noise.

Providing suitable hearing protection and PPE during training and operations.

Conducting risk assessments for planned exercises involving loud noise exposure.

Monitoring and enforcing the proper use of hearing protection equipment.

Where appropriate precautions were not taken, you may be entitled to pursue compenstation for an injury or condition linked to your military service.

CLAIMS PATHWAYS

Claims may involve applications through the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) or other legal routes. Eligibility will depend on individual circumstances and supporting medical evidence linked to military service.