Military Legal Services · Chester & England & Wales
Undersettled Military Claims & Professional Negligence
Think Your Military Compensation Was Too Low?
We review AFCS awards, MOD settlements and professional negligence in military claims — free confidential assessment, no obligation.
No obligation — speak to us first.
Signs Your Military Claim May Have Been Undersettled
Many veterans and serving personnel accept compensation that is lower than they are entitled to — sometimes because they did not have specialist legal advice, sometimes because the wrong claim route was chosen, and sometimes because of professional negligence by a previous solicitor.
AFCS Award Too Low
You received an AFCS award but believe the tariff level does not reflect the severity of your injury or its impact on your life.
No Legal Advice at the Time
You settled your claim without specialist legal advice and are now unsure whether you received fair compensation.
Condition Has Worsened
Your condition has significantly deteriorated since your claim was settled and you are wondering whether you can claim further compensation.
Previous Solicitor's Errors
You believe your previous solicitor made errors — for example, missing a limitation period, failing to obtain evidence, or advising you to accept too low a settlement.
What We Can Do For You
- Review your AFCS award and advise on whether an appeal is likely to succeed
- Advise on whether your MOD settlement was fair and whether any further claim is possible
- Investigate potential professional negligence by your previous solicitor
- Advise on whether your condition has deteriorated sufficiently to support a further claim
- Represent you in AFCS appeals before the First-tier Tribunal
- Pursue professional negligence claims against previous solicitors where appropriate
Professional Negligence — Our Wider Service
Professional negligence claims against solicitors are part of our wider commercial litigation practice. We have experience of pursuing professional negligence claims in a range of contexts, including military claims, personal injury and property transactions.
Professional Negligence ClaimsUndersettled Claims — Common Questions
What is an undersettled military claim?
An undersettled military claim is one where the compensation received was lower than it should have been — either because the claim was not properly presented, the wrong route was chosen, relevant evidence was not obtained, or the settlement was accepted without proper legal advice. If you believe your military compensation was too low, we can review your case.
Can I challenge an AFCS award if I think it is too low?
Yes. If you believe your AFCS award is too low — for example, because the tariff level assigned does not reflect the severity of your injury — you can appeal. The appeal process involves an independent review by Veterans UK and, if necessary, a hearing before the First-tier Tribunal (War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation Chamber). We can advise on the prospects of a successful appeal.
What is professional negligence in the context of military claims?
Professional negligence in military claims occurs where a solicitor or other legal adviser failed to handle your military compensation claim with the skill and care expected of a competent professional. This might include failing to advise on the correct claim route, missing limitation periods, failing to obtain relevant evidence, or settling a claim for less than it was worth. If you believe your previous solicitor was negligent, we can review your case.
How long do I have to bring a professional negligence claim against my previous solicitor?
Professional negligence claims are generally subject to a 6-year limitation period from the date of the negligent act, or 3 years from when you first knew (or ought to have known) about the negligence. The position can be complex. We recommend seeking advice as early as possible to protect your position.
Can I reopen a military claim that has already been settled?
In most cases, once a military claim has been settled and a settlement agreement signed, it is difficult to reopen. However, there are exceptions — for example, where the settlement was obtained by fraud, where there was a fundamental mistake, or where the condition has significantly deteriorated in a way that was not foreseeable at the time of settlement. We will advise on whether your circumstances fall within any of these exceptions.
Military Legal Services — Also Relevant
Your Specialist Solicitor
Jonathan Cloudsdale
Head of Military Legal Services
Over 10 years' specialist experience in complex military claims, personal injury, industrial disease and catastrophic injuries. Multiple six-figure settlements achieved.
Get Started
Get a Free Case Review Today
If you think your military compensation was too low, speak to us — free confidential assessment, no obligation.
Prefer to speak with us? Call 01244 757352