Funding Your Military Injury Claim

At Ison Harrison, we believe that anyone who has suffered an injury as a result of military service should be able to access specialist legal advice without worrying about upfront legal costs.

This page explains the most common funding options available for military injury claims and what they may mean for you.

Free Initial Discussion

We offer an initial discussion to understand your circumstances, assess whether we may be able to help, and explain the options available.

This allows you to make an informed decision before any funding arrangement is put in place.

No Win No Fee Claims

Many military injury claims can be pursued under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), commonly known as a No Win No Fee agreement.

Under a CFA:

• You do not pay legal fees at the outset.
• We only recover our fees if the claim succeeds.
• Any success fee will be clearly explained before you enter into an agreement.
• We will discuss whether After the Event (ATE) insurance is appropriate to protect against certain costs risks.

Every case is different and we will advise you on whether a CFA is suitable for your circumstances.

Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) Claims

AFCS claims are different from civil compensation claims.

In many cases:

• We can provide advice regarding AFCS decisions, reconsiderations and appeals.
• Funding arrangements may differ depending on the stage and complexity of the case.
• We will explain any costs implications before work is undertaken.

If you have received a low award, a refusal, or believe your injury has not been properly assessed, specialist advice can be valuable in understanding your options.

Legal Expenses Insurance

Some people have Legal Expenses Insurance (LEI) as part of:

• Services insurance eg Pax, Abacus or Forces Mutual
• Home insurance policies
• Motor insurance policies
• Credit card benefits
• Trade union membership
• Professional association membership

If you have an existing policy, it may contribute towards legal costs.

We can help identify whether cover may be available and explain how it could be used.

Service Personnel and Veterans

We act for:

• Serving personnel
• Reservists
• Veterans
• Former members of the Armed Forces
• Families in appropriate circumstances

Seeking legal advice does not automatically mean court proceedings will follow. Many clients simply want to understand their position, obtain advice, or explore available options before making any decision.

Will I Have To Pay Anything If My Claim Is Unsuccessful?

The answer depends on the type of claim, the funding arrangement in place and the circumstances of the case.

Before any work begins, we will explain:

• Any potential costs risks
• Insurance options
• What fees may be payable, if any
• The protections available to you

We aim to ensure there are no surprises and that you understand exactly where you stand from the outset.

Transparency and Costs

We are committed to being clear about legal costs and funding arrangements.

Before instructing us, you will receive:

• A clear explanation of the proposed funding method
• Details of any success fee or insurance premium where applicable
• Information about potential liabilities
• The opportunity to ask questions before any agreement is signed

Speak to Our Military Claims Team

Every military injury claim is different.

Whether your claim involves training injuries, non-freezing cold injuries, hearing loss, PTSD, road traffic incidents, accidents on deployment, or a disputed AFCS award, our specialist Military Claims Team can explain the options available and help you decide on the most appropriate way forward.

Contact us today for a confidential, no-obligation discussion about your circumstances.