Hearing Loss Due to Military Service

Hearing loss is one of the most common disabilities affecting veterans and serving members of the armed forces. If you have suffered from noise-induced hearing loss during your military service, you may be entitled to compensation.

At Cordus Law, we understand the physical, emotional, and financial challenges that result from hearing impairments, and we are committed to helping you seek justice and the compensation you deserve.

What is Military Noise-Induced Hearing Loss?

Noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is damage to the hearing structures in the ear caused by exposure to loud sounds or noises over a prolonged period. In the military, service members are often exposed to extremely loud noises such as gunfire, explosions, aircraft engines, and heavy machinery. These noises can cause permanent damage to the inner ear, leading to hearing loss.

Hearing loss from military service is an unfortunate but widespread issue. It can occur as a result of both acute incidents, such as an explosion or gunshot, and chronic exposure to sustained loud environments over years of service.

Symptoms of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss

Common symptoms of noise-induced hearing loss include:

• Difficulty understanding speech, especially in noisy environments
• Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
• Muffled or distorted sounds
• Turning the volume up on the TV or radio
• Asking others to repeat themselves more frequently
• Feeling isolated or frustrated due to communication difficulties

If you are experiencing these symptoms and were exposed to loud noises during your time in the military, you may have grounds to file a claim.

Are You Eligible to Make a Claim?

You may be eligible to make a noise-induced hearing loss claim if:

• You served in the UK Armed Forces (Army, Navy, or Air Force).
• You were exposed to loud noises, such as gunfire, artillery, aircraft, machinery, or explosions, during your service.
• You were not provided with adequate hearing protection during your service.

• Your hearing loss occurred during or after your military service.

• You have not made a civil claim against the MOD before.

Even if your hearing loss only became apparent after leaving the military, you still have the right to seek compensation.

Military personnel often experience delayed symptoms, and we are here to guide you through the claims process, no matter when your hearing loss began.