No Win No Fee Military Deafness Claims Explained
Last updated: April 2026
Making a military hearing loss claim does not cost you anything upfront. With a no win no fee arrangement, you only pay if your claim is successful — and even then, costs are capped by law at 25% of general damages under a Conditional Fee Agreement.
What Does "No Win No Fee" Actually Mean?
No win no fee means your solicitor agrees to handle your case without charging you any fees unless your claim succeeds. If your claim is unsuccessful, you pay nothing at all. This arrangement is formally known as a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA).
What Is a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA)?
A CFA is a legal contract between you and your solicitor. It sets out that you will not be charged for legal work unless you receive compensation. The solicitor takes on the financial risk of your case. CFAs are regulated and must comply with specific rules.
What Is the "Success Fee" and How Is It Capped?
If your claim succeeds, your solicitor is entitled to a "success fee." This is capped by law at 25% of your general damages (the part of your compensation for pain and suffering). This cap was introduced to protect claimants and ensure they receive the majority of their compensation.
What Happens If You Lose?
If your claim is unsuccessful, you pay nothing. After-the-event (ATE) insurance protects you from having to pay the defendant's legal costs. Your solicitor arranges this insurance as part of the no win no fee agreement, typically at no cost to you.
Why Use a Specialist Solicitor, Not a Claims Management Company?
Claims management companies (CMCs) are not solicitors. They act as middlemen, referring your case to a solicitor and taking a fee. This reduces the compensation you ultimately receive. A specialist solicitor provides direct legal expertise and is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
A genuine no win no fee arrangement costs you nothing unless you win. Never pay an upfront fee to start a hearing loss claim.