At Criminal Injury Claim, we help victims of criminal injury and violent crime who seek injury compensation for the physical, emotional, and financial impact of their injuries.

If you have been attacked, assaulted, or harmed due to a crime-related injury, you may be eligible for criminal injuries compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) scheme or by filing a criminal injuries claim directly against the offender.

Our expert criminal injury solicitors ensure you receive the claim support and financial assistance needed for medical expenses, lost wages, rehabilitation, and emotional trauma recovery.

Who Can Make A Criminal Injury Compensation Claim?

A criminal injuries claim can be made by anyone who has suffered an injury due to violent crime. This includes victims of physical assault, sexual violence, and domestic abuse, as well as individuals injured while assisting police or preventing a crime.

If the victim has passed away due to the crime, family members may be able to file a victim compensation claim on their behalf.

How Much Compensation Can I Claim For A Criminal Injury?

The compensation amount for a criminal injury claim ranges from £1,000 for minor injuries to over £500,000 for severe, life-changing harm.

Key factors influencing compensation payout include:

• Injury severity – More serious physical or psychological injuries result in higher payouts.
• Loss of earnings – If the injury affects your ability to work, you may claim for lost income.
• Medical and care costs – Compensation for treatment, rehabilitation, and ongoing support.

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What Types Of Crimes Qualify For A Criminal Injury Claim?

Criminal injuries claims can be made on crimes such as assaults, muggings, stabbings, and unprovoked attacks. Victims of domestic violence, rape, and sexual assault may also be eligible for assault compensation.

Additionally, individuals injured while trying to prevent a crime or assisting law enforcement may be able to claim. Hit-and-run accidents involving criminal intent also fall under criminal injury claims.

How Do I Start A Criminal Injury Claim?

The criminal injury claim process begins with reporting the crime to the police as soon as possible. The CICA requires victims to fully cooperate with police investigations, even if the offender is not identified or prosecuted.

Gathering medical evidence, witness statements, and psychological reports strengthens the claim. In some cases, victims may also pursue civil claims directly against the offender, particularly if the attacker is known and financially capable of compensating the victim.

How Long Do I Have To Make A Criminal Injury Claim?

A criminal injury compensation claim must typically be filed within two years of the crime. However, exceptions apply in certain cases under the CICA time limit.

If the victim was a child, they have until their 20th birthday to file a claim, provided the crime was reported while they were still a minor. Additionally, victim of crime claims involving historical abuse may be considered if the victim was unable to report due to fear, trauma, or coercion.

What Evidence Is Needed For A Criminal Injury Claim?

To build a strong CICA claim, victims must provide:

• Police crime reference number – Proof that the crime was reported.
• Medical records – Documentation of injuries and treatments.
• Witness statements – Testimonies from individuals who saw the incident or its aftermath.
• Psychological assessments – Evidence of emotional trauma if applicable.
• Financial records – Proof of lost earnings and therapy costs.
• CCTV footage or photographs – Visual evidence of injuries or the incident.

How Long Does A Criminal Injury Claim Take To Settle?

Settling a CICA compensation claim takes 6 to 12 months for straightforward cases, but complex criminal injuries compensation claims may take longer.

Civil claims filed directly against an offender can take even longer, depending on court proceedings and finances. In urgent cases, interim injury payments may be available to cover immediate medical or therapy costs.

Who Is Responsible For Paying Criminal Injury Compensation?

Criminal injury compensation is awarded through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) under the criminal compensation scheme, if the offender cannot be identified, prosecuted, or is unable to pay.

In cases where the offender is known and financially capable, victims may pursue a criminal claim directly against them. Additionally, if the crime occurred in a public place, crime victim claims may be made against businesses, landlords, or security firms responsible for safety.

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