UK CRIMINAL ASSAULT COMPENSATION
CLAIMS ADVICE

We are a specialist claims service which deals with criminal assault compensation claims on a no win no fee basis. We are an independent company with no connection to the CICA. Our CICA claims are completely risk free and if we do not recover compensation, for any reason whatsoever, we will not make any charge to you. Ypu do not have to pay for any expenses or insurance as the claim proceeds. If you would like free advice on the telephone, without obligation, just phone 0845 177 0700 or complete the contact form.

The following FAQS represent some of the most often asked questions. If you have any other queries or questions please don't hesitate to phone our experts for free advice without futher obligation.

Q. Can I see the medical report and other written evidence?

A. Most of the written evidence is available for review following the initial decision except the Police Report which is provided to the CICA on the basis it remains confidential.

Q. How long will my criminal assault compensation claim take?

A. That depends on the complexity of the case but 90% of claims are settled within 10 months and the average time to resolution is 8 months.

Q. If an initial CICA decision is made on my case can I ask for it to be reconsidered?

A. A decision by a claims officer can be reviewed by a more senior member of staff at the CICA. An application can be made after the notice of a decision has been received using the form that accompanies the decision.

Q. Is there a time limit on when I can ask for the initial decision to be re-considered?

A. An application should be made within 90 days of the original decision however the CICA does have discretion to extend this period in exceptional cases where it would best serve the interests of justice.

Q. Can I appeal the decision of the senior officer who has reviewed a decision?

A. If you wish to contest the review decision, you are entitled to appeal to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Appeals Panel, which is independent of the Authority. An appeal form and a guide to appeal procedures are sent out with the written review decision.

Q. Can I submit my own medical evidence?

A. The CICA will consider any relevant medical evidence when making their decisions.

Q. Can I claim for someone who has been killed by criminal activity.

A. There is a restricted class of potential claimants following a fatal injury which includes parents, spouses, children and those in receipt of support from the deceased.

Q. Can I claim funeral expenses?

A. The CICA will pay reasonable funeral expenses to whoever has laid out for them even though they may not come within the classes outlined above.

Q. How long after a decision has been made will I receive the compensation?

A. The CICA aims to send all compensation cheques out within 4 weeks of a decision being made.

If you instruct us to act on you behalf we will give you clear unequivocal advice on the chances of success in your criminal assault compensation claim and will advise on the anticipated value. We have a client centred approach and will focus entirely on your needs by providing vigorous and committed expert representation to ensure that you receive fair and equitable compensation for your injuries. You will receive a complete professional service from experts who specialise in claiming damages for personal injury.

USEFUL LINKS

Court Service http://www.courtservice.gov.uk

Crime Reduction Website http://www.crimereduction.gov.uk

Criminal Injuries Compensation Appeals Panel http://www.cicap.gov.uk

Criminal Records Bureau http://www.crb.gov.uk

Crown Prosecution Service http://www.cps.gov.uk

Foreign and Commonwealth Office http://www.fco.gov.uk

Good2BSecure http://www.good2bsecure.co.uk

National Probation Service http://www.probation.gov.uk

Home Office http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk

National Office for the Citizen’s Advice Bureau www.nacab.org.uk

Scottish Executive http://www.scotland.gov.uk