CRIMINAL INJURIES COMPENSATION SCHEME

Far too often innocent people are injured in criminal acts against them. These can be violent assaults, sexual abuse, domestic abuse or child abuse.

If you are assaulted and injured by another person you may be entitled to compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme as a victim of crime. The government scheme is run by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority who have responsibility for investigation of your claim and the making of awards for in juries and losses caused by the criminal act.

An assault is a deliberate or reckless act of violence against you causing you injury. Injury can be either physical or psychological.

What to do if you are injured in a criminal assault ?

• Report the matter to the police
• Record times, dated and circumstances of assault
• Get details of any witnesses
• Seek immediate medical treatment
• Telephone/ email us

When can I claim ?

Unlike other personal injuries claims you only have 2 years from the date of the criminal act to make an application for compensation under the scheme. It is therefore important to speak to a solicitor as soon as the incident has occurred.

How much can I expect to receive for my injuries?

Unlike other personal injury claim there is a fixed tariff scheme for the level of compensation you will receive. We will advise you on the likely level of damages under the scheme you will receive on your first contact with us. The minimum tariff award is £1000.00, the maximum is £500000.00.

Case Studies

Mr M was awarded £166,000 after suffering moderate brain damage and a personality disorder following being seriously assaulted outside a nightclub.

Mr C was awarded £5,225 for multiple fractures to his face following an incident being punched whilst in a public house.