Losing your hearing can lead to a massive disruption in your life, impacting the simplest of everyday tasks, your career prospects, and long-term well-being.
In many cases, the loss of hearing may have been avoided if the right steps were taken, especially during active military duty.
At PR Scully, we have been helping with military hearing loss claims in Manchester for members of our armed forces who experienced hearing loss due to the negligence of others.
Click here, call 0161 768 317 or email info@prscully.com today, and get legal help from one of the best law firms for military claims in the country.
Our trusted team of experts at PR Scully are ready to fight for you, the way you did for your country. Alternatively, you can request a callback, and we will get back in touch with you as soon as possible about your military hearing loss claim.
What Are Military Hearing Loss Claims?
Military hearing loss claims are compensation claims made by military personnel who have suffered hearing loss due to repeated exposure to loud noise during military service.
Noise-induced hearing loss commonly affects service members who have worked around:
- Vehicle engines
- Heavy machinery
- Weapons systems
- High noise environments
- Training exercises
- Military vehicles and equipment
The key element to a military hearing loss claims process is to determine whether or not the Ministry of Defence (MOD) failed to provide adequate hearing protection. If there is proof of negligence on their behalf, then you’re likely due a compensation package that reflects your suffering.
Common Causes of Military Hearing Damage
The most likely cause for any military hearing loss is the repeated exposure to certain noises and environments without the correct equipment being provided.
For example, if you need to work with loud engines, or constantly hear gun and shell fire, eventually it takes its toll on your eardrum.
Over time, this can damage the inner ear and lead to functional hearing problems, tinnitus, or, in severe cases, total deafness.
The Claims Process Explained
The claims process for hearing loss can be a little tricky, which is why our experts at PR Scully do our best to simplify and manage it for the many veterans in Manchester and other areas of the UK.
Our expert military injury solicitors guide clients through every stage of the claims process.
The initial stages typically include:
- Reviewing military service records and gathering medical records
- Arranging a hearing test
- Obtaining medical evidence
- Completing a medical assessment
- Calculating compensation
From the first moment you tell us about your circumstances, we need to do the groundwork to determine if you have a case to avoid false hope. Once records have been checked and cleared, and all the necessary tests and medical evidence have been collected, we can follow the legal process with a reasonable compensation claim.
We have been doing this for a long time, and giving a strong voice for those of our military personnel who cannot fight for themselves. The best way to do this is with a military claim supported by strong evidence and expert legal advice.
Armed Forces Compensation Scheme and Civil Claims
The first port of call during a military hearing loss claim is the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme. By doing this, we can get to a result much faster and avoid extra court fees, etc. Although we work on a no-win no-fee basis, avoiding the courtroom means you are able to keep even more of the final compensation received, which is our ultimate goal.
There is the possibility of going through both channels at once if there is more than one claim, as you can always pull the civil claim from the file if the AFCS can satisfy your compensation needs.
Our legal experts can explain which route is most suitable for your circumstances.
How Much Compensation Can You Claim?
Many clients ask, “How much compensation can I receive?”
The value of military hearing loss claims depends on:
- Severity of hearing loss
- Presence of tinnitus
- Impact on daily life
- Career prospects
- Requirement for hearing aids
- Medical discharge or medically downgraded status
In other words, there isn’t a number we can give you until we assess your situation, and even then, the number provided is simply an approximation. However, it’s worth noting that in some cases, compensation may also include interim payments where appropriate.
Time Limits for Making a Claim
There is a strict time limit on making a hearing loss claim, so you need to act fast!
You have three years from the moment you were diagnosed or able to link your hearing loss to your military service.
Why Choose PR Scully?
With so many legal firms out there, why choose PR Scully?
Well, simply put, we put our client’s needs before our own. That’s why we work on a no-win, no-fee basis, ensuring that more veterans can get the compensation they deserve for risking their lives for our country.
However, our desire to help with your hearing loss compensation is not just based on sentiment. We are military injury experts with extensive experience in handling claims involving military personnel across Manchester and beyond.
What that means is that you will have a specialist military injury solicitor working on your case whose sole purpose is to ensure your case is handled properly because we understand the challenges you are going through.
Contact PR Scully, one of the leading law firms in England and Wales, by calling 0161 768 317, or by clicking here to request a call back.
P R Scully & Co Solicitors Limited
166 Chaddock Lane,
Worsley,
Manchester,
M28 1DF
0161 768 3175
info@prscully.com