Assault includes all manner of serious crimes including actual bodily harm, grievous bodily harm and wounding with intent.

After the perpetrator has been convicted of the crime, many people who have been assaulted simply walk away and hope it does not happen again. Compensation, however, can often be available, for those that want it.

The government fund the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme (CICA) and making a claim should be carefully considered. To make a successful application the incident must have been reported to the police as soon as practicable after the assault.  We can help you make a claim and take the stress of dealing with the CICA off your shoulders.

Making a CICA claim is not always straightforward. The requirement that a report is made to the police as reasonably as practicable can cause some claims to fail. Those making claims might also feel short changed if they cannot recover all of their lost earnings. 

Often overlooked is the fact that an assailant can be personally sued in the county court for trespass to the person and/or battery. The time limit for bringing this type of case is 6 years. Damages for an injury are calculated differently and you can often claim a higher figure. Better still, the assailant is responsible not only for the full extent of the injuries and losses caused but importantly also all loss of earnings. 

This type of claim is particularly worth exploring where the assailant has the assets to pay, for example, where they own a house.

6 years is a long time. An assailant who has seriously hurt someone aged 25 might have decent paying work by age 30 and have bought a house.

It is always worth giving us a ring anytime, on 0800 024 1400,  to discuss a case like this on a FREE no obligation basis. We can help. Call.