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    Armed Forces Legal Support

    Serving in the military is an honourable and often challenging role.

    Every career in the Armed Forces carries risks that may result in injury or lasting illness.

    Knowing how to navigate legal matters can make the transition back to civilian life easier.

    With the help of a specialised Military Claims solicitor, you can pursue the compensation you deserve for injuries or illnesses sustained during your service, legal support for family matters or help selling or buying a property or making a Will.

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      Proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant.

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      Partnered with FrontFoot, who support veterans, service leavers and reservists after leaving the Armed Forces.

      Oakwood Solicitors

      We are specialist legal experts with many years' experience with Military Compensation Claims.

      Types of Military legal claims

       

      At Oakwood Solicitors Ltd, we can pursue various types of Military compensation claims, including the following:


      Personal Injury Claims

      If you have sustained an injury due to negligence or unsafe conditions while on duty, you may be eligible to file a personal injury claim. This could include injuries sustained during training exercises, accidents involving military vehicles, or injuries caused by defective equipment.


      Psychiatric Injury/ Stress At Work

      Service members who have suffered from stress at work which has amounted to them suffering from a psychiatric injury or mental health condition, may be entitled to compensation. Whether the stress has been caused by bullying, harassment, excessive workloads or a lack of training, you may be entitled to claim that employers have a duty to protect workers from physical and mental harm.

      Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Claims

      Prolonged exposure to loud noises, such as gunfire, explosions, and aircraft engines, can lead to hearing loss or tinnitus. If the military did not provide sufficient hearing protection, you might have grounds for a claim.


      Non-Freezing Cold Injury

      Non-freezing cold injuries (NCFI) occur when exposure to cold, damp conditions does not lead to freezing of the tissues, but instead causes damage over time. This type of injury is common among service personnel who find themselves in cold and wet environments, unlike freezing cold injuries, which are immediate and often visibly apparent, NFCIs develop gradually and can be deceptive in their initial stages.

      Property

      Whether you are still in service or have left the military, we can assist with all of your property needs. Whether you are looking to buy a property for the first time, or are in the process of selling, we strive to make the legal side of things as simple and stress-free as possible. We also offer our Armed Forces clients a 10% discount on conveyancing fees.


      Wills

      We know that writing a Will can be a daunting and emotional task, but it is vital to ensure that your assets and belongings are distributed how you wish when you are no longer here. We can assist with most aspects of Will-writing, as well as other services such as Grant of Probate and Lasting Power of Attorneys. We also offer a 50% Armed Forces Discount on single and Mirror Wills.


      Family Law

      We can assist servicemen and women with family matters, such as Divorce, Disputes involving Children and Pre-nuptial and Post-nuptial agreements. Whether you are still serving or have left the military, we are here to help and support you when tough times arise.

       

      Below we outline the different ways we can claim compensation for you:

       

      Civil claims

      As well as claiming through the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme, if your injury was caused due to your employer’s negligence, you also may be entitled to make a civil claim.

      Although military service involves facing dangerous situations, your employer is required to ensure your safety by providing:

      • Safe Systems of Work: Implementing procedures and practices that reduce risks and ensure tasks are performed safely.
      • Appropriate Work Equipment: Supplying and maintaining safe equipment for use.
      • Sufficient Training: Offering adequate training so personnel can perform their duties safely and handle hazardous situations effectively.

      If these responsibilities are not fulfilled, leading to an injury, you may have a valid compensation claim. This can cover various damages, including physical injuries, psychological effects, and financial losses.

       

      Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS)

      At Oakwood Solicitors Ltd, we can assist you in pursuing a claim through the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS), which compensates those who have suffered injury, illness, or death during the UK Armed Forces service.

      You can claim for any injury or illness which has been caused by service in the armed forces, during training or in active duty, from hearing loss, and arthritis to amputations or mental health issues.

      Claims made through the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme should be made within 7 years of the date the injury was sustained, made worse or in the case of illness, the date of first seeking medical advice for that illness. However, if claimants were under the age of 18 when the injury occurred, they will have 9 years to make a claim.

      With our team of legal experts, we strive to secure the compensation you deserve to help you with your recovery and future needs.

       

      Which Armed Services does the scheme cover?

      The  Armed Forces Compensation Scheme covers all regular service personnel, the Royal Gibraltar Regiment and members of the reserves for all three services. You can claim whether you still serve or have left HM Armed Forces.

      Types of Military Injuries the scheme covers

      You may be entitled to claim compensation if you have an injury, illness or medical disorder caused or worsened by working in the UK Armed Forces Service. This includes accidents sustained in training exercises or active duty, resulting in physical or mental health conditions.

      We have rounded up some common injuries that may be claimed for, however this list is not exhaustive:

      • Accidents involving road traffic
      • Injuries during military training exercises
      • Parachuting-related injuries
      • Injuries from fires and explosions
      • The harm caused by inadequate or faulty equipment and machinery
      • Injuries sustained during mountaineering activities
      • Non-freezing cold injuries

      Time limits explained

      Claims for these types of injuries or illnesses must be made within 7 years of the earliest of the following dates:

      • The date of the incident leading to the injury or illness
      • The date on which an injury or illness not caused by service was made worse by service
      • In the case of illness, the date of first seeking medical advice for that illness
      • The date of discharge

      However, there are certain circumstances when a claim will be accepted outside the time limits above such as being prevented from claiming due to ill health or your illness occurring later.

       

      Why should I use Oakwood Solicitors Ltd?

      At Oakwood Solicitors Ltd, we have a dedicated team of experienced legal military claims experts who will advise the best route to take to ensure you seek justice for your injuries. Our solicitors specialise in military claims, including complex cases such as hearing loss, PTSD, and medical negligence. We can also assist with other matters such as writing a Will, property and family law.

      Oakwood Solicitors is committed to supporting Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists, whether they are still serving or have entered civilian life. Proudly partnered with veterans charity, Front Foot we aim to support veterans in all manners of life.

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      Having signed the Armed Forces Covenant, Oakwood Solicitors is passionate about supporting and seeking justice for those who have served our country.

      With a proven track record of success and a commitment to protecting your rights, Oakwood Solicitors is the trusted choice for military personnel seeking justice.

      Contact Oakwood Solicitors today to discuss your Military compensation claim and how we can assist you.

      Navigating military legal claims for compensation can be complex, but understanding your rights and the process involved is crucial.

      With the help of a specialised Military Claims solicitor, you can pursue the compensation you deserve for injuries or illnesses sustained during your service, legal support for family matters or help selling or buying a property or making a Will.

      This legal support can be vital in helping you recover and move forward with your life.

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      Liam Hill — Head of department

      Liam Hill is a Solicitor and Deputy Head of the Industrial Disease Team, having trained and qualified at Oakwood Solicitors. Liam joined us in 2013 after successfully completing the Legal Practice Course at the University of Law and having studied Law at Lincoln University.

      Down-to-earth in his approach to legal advice, he is enthusiastic in ensuring the Claimants who instruct him attain the most out of their Industrial Disease claim. He is an experienced Industrial Disease litigator and is well versed in proceeding matters to trial where early amicably settlement cannot be reached.

      Having a family background in both the military and woodworking/joinery sectors, his ability to understand the nature of Claimants working in those fields are second to none.

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