Assault / Criminal Injury

Providing support after an assault.

When you have been the victim of a violent crime, the physical and psychological impact can be devastating. Our personal injury lawyers are here to guide you through the process of making a compensation claim, helping you focus on your recovery.

Understanding criminal injury claims

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) provides compensation for innocent victims of violent crime. While making a CICA claim differs from standard personal injury claims, our experienced team will support you every step of the way.

Types of criminal injury claims we can assist with

We help victims seek compensation for injuries resulting from:

• Physical assaults, including incidents involving weapons
• Sexual abuse (both adults and children)
• Deliberate vehicle-related injuries
• Injuries from burglary or robbery
• Loss of a loved one through criminal acts
• Injuries from terrorist incidents

Who can seek compensation?

You may be eligible to claim if you:

• Were directly injured in a criminal incident
• Witnessed and tried to prevent a violent crime
• Lost a close family member to a criminal act

Important things to know

• You can claim even if the attacker has not been identified or convicted
• Claims must typically be made within two years of the incident
• Compensation can cover:
  • Physical and psychological injuries
  • Lost earnings during recovery
  • Treatment and care costs

How long do I have to make a claim with the CICA for an assault?

The CICA requires applicants to submit a claim for their injuries within two years of the date of the incident. Failure to do this will likely lead to the application being rejected.

We encourage speaking with us as soon as you feel able as early support helps us gather vital evidence to build the strongest possible case for your compensation.