Can I make a military road traffic accident claim?
Suffering injury in a Road Traffic Accident (RTA) can be a traumatic and life-changing event. We have dealt with a wide range of cases involving:
- Injuries to drivers and passengers
- Injuries to cyclists and pedestrians
- Accidents on and off duty
- Accidents during training involving armoured and other vehicles
- Accidents abroad and on deployment
- Vehicles which have not been properly maintained or were not fit for purpose.
Where you have been injured by someone who is uninsured or who could not be traced (a hit and run), we can bring an armed forces road traffic accident claim under the Motor Insurers Bureau’s (MIB) untraced driver’s scheme.
What are some of the main causes of military vehicle accidents?
Some of the main causes of military vehicle accidents include:
- Poorly maintained road surfaces
- Use of unsafe vehicles
- A lack of road traffic signs or markings
- Lack of concentration by driver or pedestrian
- Lack of attention to road safety
- Driver fatigue
Negligence from officials, such as the Ministry of Defence, in the lead-up to or after an accident could result in serious, long-term consequences. It is their responsibility to provide the correct safety provisions, such as functioning vehicles and adequate road signs.
If you notice that your working conditions are unsafe, the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recommends you contact your local safety advisor or chain of command immediately to allow the Ministry of Defence to resolve the issue internally.
Why make a military road traffic accident claim?
Unfortunately, even relatively minor injuries can impact on your military career. If you are medically downgraded and no longer able to carry out your duties or be deployed, then this might lead to you missing out on promotion, an extension of your Service or otherwise limit your career progression. In serious cases, where your career has been cut short by medical discharge, then you may have a very significant financial claim for loss of earnings, benefits and pension.
Our specialists, military vehicle accidents solicitors also have extensive experience in handling catastrophic injuries, including spinal injuries, limb loss and brain injuries.
