If you’ve developed multiple myeloma after flying in Sea King helicopters during Royal Air Force service, our military solicitors could help you to make a compensation claim. Contact us today to learn more about starting a claim.
Multiple myeloma is a type of bone marrow cancer that's been linked to exposure to aircraft fuel and the fumes from aircraft motors. If you’ve flown in a Sea King helicopter, it’s possible that you were exposed to these fumes, putting you at risk of the disease.
We believe that exposure to dangerous fumes can happen when the helicopter’s propeller drives fumes from the engine down through the open cargo door of the Sea King helicopter.
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has a duty to protect servicepeople from risks of injury and disease and should have taken all reasonable steps to avoid this sort of unnecessary danger. Where they’ve failed in this duty, as appears to be the case for some service personnel, there could be a right to compensation.
The Royal Air Force used Sea King helicopters between 1969 and September 2018. They’re no longer flying, but you may be affected if you’ve flown in one previously. The symptoms of multiple myeloma can take 10-20 years to appear.
We may be able to help you claim compensation if you:
- Served as aircrew in a Sea King helicopter between 15 May 1987 and 30 September 2018, whether in a combat situation or not, and
- Received a diagnosis of myeloma or other blood-related cancer.
Areas of Sea King helicopters were also coated with asbestos. If you’ve developed an asbestos-related disease after working in one of these helicopters, we could also help you to make a claim for compensation.
Why choose Irwin Mitchell to represent you in a Sea King helicopter claim?
Our military injury claims team includes some of the most experienced solicitors in the country for this type of claim. Our team includes ex-military personnel who'll fully understand all the concerns you may have about claiming compensation from the MoD.
We’ll guide you through the whole process from start to finish, explaining each step in plain English. We’ll explore all your options, including the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS), to get you the best possible outcome. We’ll also help you access top medical support to help you manage your symptoms.
We know that making a claim against the MoD can be a daunting and conflicting experience for many service personnel. That’s why we work to keep the process as simple and stress-free as possible for you, including how we work with you.
If you’d rather visit us in person, we can meet at one of the many offices we have around the UK. If you’re unable to travel or would rather work with us remotely, we can visit you at home or in hospital or set up phone or video calls. We’ll work in the way that’s best for you.
Our firm has an extensive network of support services, who’ll be there both during and after your claim to make sure you’re fully supported. Our benefits claims team can help you to access any means-tested benefits you’re entitled to due to your illness.
We can also set up a personal injury trust, which keeps your compensation separate from your other finances. Doing so will make sure you claim all you’re entitled to in benefits.
Our Support and Rehabilitation Coordinators can help you to access any help you need, whether this is medical, financial, or emotional. As trained clinical specialists, they’ll assess what you need and then ensure you get it. We’ve strong connections with charities and support groups around the UK, helping us to find you support that’s close by.
We’re also proud to support various military-specific causes, including:
After your claim is settled, you may have questions about making sure your compensation lasts and pays for all your needs. Our Asset Management team of financial experts will be on hand to offer tailored advice on how you can ensure your money lasts for the rest of your life.
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