MOD Hearing Loss Claims Breakthrough update 2025

Stanworth Law is pleased to report that since the major breakthrough with the Ministry of Defence (MOD) regarding military hearing loss claims, we have seen a huge uptake in military personnel contacting Stanworth Law solicitors regarding noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) within the armed forces.

Previously, the MOD raised multiple legal defences, including limitation arguments and causation disputes. However, there has been a notable shift and we are seeing settlements progressing more efficiently. One of the biggest hurdles in these claims is linking the hearing loss to military service as opposed to anything else. E.g. other work, medical issues etc. Establishing a clear medical timeline through hearing tests and expert ENT surgeon reports is essential to securing compensation. Many claimants also qualify for special damages including the cost of hearing aids.

A Statement From Stanworth Law

“The growing number of MOD hearing loss claims signals a pivotal shift in how military personnel are being compensated for service-related injuries. Many armed forces personnel were unknowingly exposed to harmful noise levels without adequate hearing protection, only to experience long-term hearing damage years later. With recent legal developments, we are seeing a more structured approach to settlements, particularly in cases where clear failings in duty of care can be demonstrated. At Stanworth Law Solicitors, we have seen a surge in enquiries from ex-army servicemen who are now recognising the serious impact of their hearing loss. By seeking expert legal guidance and securing strong medical evidence, claimants can improve their chances of receiving the compensation they deserve!”

Have You Served In The MOD?

If you currently serve in the Armed Forces or have previously served as military personnel, and suffer from noise-induced hearing loss, then you may be entitled to compensation. Common military noise exposures such as gunfire, artillery, and explosions, all have an impact on your hearing, and with a lack of proper hearing protection, and the neglection to increase awareness of this issue, you may have a strong claim to receive compensation for noise-induced hearing loss received during your service.Eligibility for compensation depends on specific legal and medical assessments, so to find out if you’re entitled to compensation, you can contact Stanworth Law Solicitors here.

How To Make a Military Hearing Loss Claim

Making a claim with Stanworth Law Solicitors is as easy as sending a message. All you have to do is contact our team and we’ll walk you through the entire process. At Stanworth Law Solicitors, we’ll do 90% of the leg work for you. If Stanworth Law’s team believe you have the chance of a hearing loss claim, our solicitors will immediately arrange a visit or appointment with a qualified medical hearing loss professional. This will ensure you get the correct diagnosis for your hearing loss claim.

Once you have been diagnosed, you will receive an official medical report detailing the extent of the hearing loss injury and the type of hearing loss claim we can make on your behalf. This important medical report will help prove that your injury was caused by the military work environment. This is an essential requirement to start the claims process and will help determine the value of your hearing loss claim. If you would like to speak to one of our hearing loss claims solicitors, please get in touch today.

For more information on military hearing loss claims, and our process for making a claim, visit our military hearing loss claims page.

No Win No Fee

At Stanworth Law Solicitors, we work on a no-win, no-fee basis. We will advise you so that you are compensated fairly for noise damage without any risk of fees if you don’t win your case.

For further information, contact our team of specialist solicitors at Stanworth Law Solicitors to find out if you have suffered from hearing loss caused by work-related noise.

Free Military Hearing Loss Consultation

At Stanworth Law Solicitors, we offer all our interested visitors a free consultation call to determine whether or not you may be entitled to compensation for your work-related injury. Your hearing health is essential to your quality of life, and while treatment for hearing-related injuries is scarce, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be adequately compensated for your injury. We understand how debilitating a hearing loss injury can be, so you can trust Stanworth Law to guide you towards the compensation you deserve.

Successful Hearing Loss Claims

Stanworth Law Solicitors has an immaculate track record for successful claims, including a recent win for £35,000 compensation for one of our clients.

This is just one of many cases our team has won. To read more about our successful claims, take a look at our long list of case studies here.

To start your own compensation claim, you can reach out to our team here.

Find Out More

To find out more about military hearing loss claims with Stanworth Law Solicitors, here’s a list of useful pages:

To start your military hearing loss claim today, contact our solicitors to find out how much money you could be entitled to.