Military Hearing Loss Claims
At HPA Solicitors, we understand how devastating military hearing loss claims can be. For many veterans and active personnel, hearing loss isn’t sudden.
It builds slowly over time, caused by constant exposure to gunfire, explosions, machinery, and aircraft noise. When protective measures fail or training lacks proper safeguards, you may be entitled to military hearing loss compensation.
Our specialist team is here to support Armed Forces personnel across the UK in making a confidential, stress-free claim. Whether your symptoms began recently or years after service, you deserve answers and a fair outcome.
Types of Military Hearing Loss Claims We Handle
We act on behalf of service members from all branches of the military, including the Army, Navy, and RAF. Our military hearing loss solicitors handle a wide range of cases, from partial hearing loss to long-term tinnitus.
Some clients are still serving. Others have retired but continue to deal with the long-term effects of untreated damage. We regularly help clients with:
- Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) – Caused by repeated exposure to high-decibel sounds without proper protection.
- Tinnitus Claims – Persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears, often linked to damage sustained during live fire training or active service.
- Failure to Provide Hearing Protection – Cases where ear defenders or in-ear protection were not supplied, not enforced, or not fit for purpose.
- Lack of Risk Assessments – Situations where training exercises or equipment use involved high noise exposure without adequate warning or control.
- Delayed Diagnosis or Treatment – Hearing loss that worsened due to late detection or failure to act on early signs.
Understanding Your Right to Military Hearing Loss Compensation
If you’ve experienced hearing loss in the military, you may be eligible for compensation. It doesn’t matter whether your service ended years ago or you are still on active duty. What matters is that your condition was caused or worsened by negligent practices, and that you were not properly protected.
There are two main routes for hearing loss compensation in the military: the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) and a civil claim.
The AFCS provides fixed awards based on severity but is often limited. A civil claim allows for more tailored, long-term compensation and considers loss of earnings, personal impact, and future needs. Key facts about military hearing loss claims:
- There Are Time Limits – Most civil claims must be started within three years of diagnosis or the date you first linked your symptoms to your service.
- You Can Claim While Still Serving – Bringing a civil claim does not automatically impact your career or service record.
- Symptoms Can Be Delayed – It is common for veterans to notice hearing loss or tinnitus only after leaving the military.
- Both Routes Can Be Used Together – You may still make a civil claim even if you have already received an AFCS payment.
How Our Military Hearing Loss Solicitors Support You
At HPA Solicitors, we believe that no one should be left behind when it comes to getting support. Our military hearing loss solicitors will walk you through the process step by step, making sure you feel informed, empowered, and confident in every decision.
Our goal is to reduce the stress of legal action while building the strongest case possible. We treat each client with care and respect, never as just another number. When you work with us, you benefit from:
- Clear Legal Guidance – We explain your rights and legal options in plain, understandable language.
- Access to Medical Experts – Independent audiologists and ENT specialists help us assess the full extent of your hearing damage.
- Detailed Evidence Gathering – We collect service records, health reports, training logs, and witness statements to support your claim.
- No Win, No Fee Options – You don’t pay legal fees unless we successfully secure your military hearing loss settlement.
- Tailored Compensation Strategy – We seek fair settlements that cover present and future loss, including private hearing aids, therapy, and income loss.
Why choose HPA Solicitors?
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Contact Our Military Hearing Loss Solicitors Today
If you’re suffering from hearing problems related to your military service, we are here to help. You’ve already served your country. Now let us help secure the military hearing loss compensation you deserve.
Our team of military hearing loss solicitors supports clients across the UK with professional care and a personal approach. Whether your claim is just beginning or you’ve been turned down before, we’re ready to listen and fight for what’s right. Contact our military hearing loss solicitors today to start your claim.