Sexual Assault Claims

Seeking Justice and Compensation for Military Sexual Trauma and Harassment in the Armed Forces

For many survivors, placing trust in the Service Justice System can feel difficult. Serious concerns have been raised about the way sexual assault cases are handled within the military, including:

• Victim-blaming attitudes that leave survivors feeling isolated or at fault for the assault
• Perceptions that military requirements, such as operational readiness and reputation, are prioritised over the needs of victims
• Lower conviction rates for rape and sexual assault compared to the civilian criminal justice system

These barriers can leave survivors feeling that their voices are not heard, and that justice is out of reach. We understand these concerns, and we are here to help you explore your options safely and independently.

We can help with:

• Pursuing compensation for sexual assault in the Armed Forces
• Sexual trauma claims – Understanding Military Sexual Trauma Claims: Your Options and Rights – Military Injury Claims
• Offering confidential support for victims of military sexual trauma

If you have experienced military sexual trauma, you are not alone and we can help.

Find out more by reading our military sexual assault claims FAQs.

What You Can Claim

Victims of sexual assault in the military can look to claim for:

Mental and physical injuries sustained in or resulting from the incident

• Financial losses resulting from loss or interruption to your career; this can include salary/pension rights and the like
• Treatment costs if required; this can be for counselling and therapy to help you overcome the trauma of your assault
• Incident expenses and losses arising from the assault and its aftermath

No Win-No Fee Claims.

We can deal with your claim on a No Win-No Fee basis. This means that if your claim fails you do not pay for the work we have done in pursuing your claim. You only pay a pre-agreed percentage of your compensation if your claim succeeds. There are no upfront or back end fees.

Your Right to Independent Support and Justice

You are not limited to the military system. You have the right to seek independent legal advice and to pursue justice outside of the Service Justice System if you choose.

At Ison Harrison Solicitors, we offer confidential, expert support to help you:

• Understand your legal rights
• Access civilian support services and advocacy
• Make a claim for compensation through civilian routes

We work entirely on your side, independent of the chain of command, the Ministry of Defence, and the military hierarchy. Your well-being and your rights are our only priorities.

To see how we can help, contact our military injury claim team today: call 0113 224 7837 or email us.