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Criminal Injuries Compensation
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The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) is a government scheme designed to provide compensation to those who have been injured due to violent crime. To be eligible for compensation, the crime must have been reported to Police Scotland, ensuring that there is an official record of the incident. Even if you do not know the name of the perpetrator, having the police reference number allows us to request the appropriate report and proceed with your claim. While we hope that none of our clients ever face such circumstances, we are here to help if they do.
At Khan Law, we are committed to helping you claim the compensation you deserve. We understand that for many clients, this may be their first time making a claim, and we will guide you through the entire process to make it as smooth as possible. We’ve outlined our process below to give you an understanding of how we’ll support you every step of the way.
We handle all cases on a ‘no win, no fee’ basis, meaning you won’t pay anything unless we win your case. Our team will also provide expert advice on any settlement offers to ensure you receive the full compensation you’re entitled to. At Khan Law, we aim to make the process as easy and convenient as possible, taking care of everything so you don’t have to worry.
If you’d like to make a claim, contact our team on 0141 378 0514, or fill out our enquiry form, and a member of our team will get in touch with you shortly.
Scotland’s Three-Year Time Limit
If you have suffered an injury as a result of a violent crime within the last 2 years, you may be entitled to claim compensation.
Our Criminal Injuries Compensation Claim Process
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Once we have received your details a member of our team will contact you and take the necessary details to ascertain whether you have a valid claim.
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We will then submit your claim to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority.
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A report will be prepared detailing your injuries. We use this to value your claim.
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We will negotiate a settlement with the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority. Throughout the process we will give you our professional advice on any offers received.
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Once an offer is accepted, you will receive a cheque with your settlement amount.
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Frequently Asked Questions - Criminal Injuries Compensation
When can I claim compensation?
You can claim compensation if you were the victim of a violent crime and were injured. In order to claim, the incident must have been reported to Police Scotland.
What injuries can I claim for?
You can claim compensation for any physical injuries and may be entitled to claim compensation for any psychological injury.
What else can I claim for?
You can claim compensation for a number of other things including, any income that you lost out on as a result of the incident.
How much will it cost me?
NOTHING! We pursue all of our claims on a ‘no win no fee’ basis which means you don’t pay a penny if you are not successful.
How much compensation will I receive?
The amount of compensation you receive is wholly dependent on what your injuries are and how long they take to resolve. As a result, it will not be possible for us to give you an estimate as to how much your claim will settle for until we are in possession of all your losses and medical reports.