MCP Solicitors' Guide To The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA)
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) is a scheme by which victims who have been injured as a result of a crime of violence can apply for State compensation.
How much can the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) award?
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) can award anything from £1,000 - £500,000 and compensation may be paid even if the offender is not identified or caught or convicted of a crime.
What must you do after the incident?
You should report the incident to the police as soon as possible otherwise the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) may refuse your application. There is normally a two year time limit within which to apply to the scheme following the crime.
What can MCP Solicitors do to help you?
MCP Solicitors has a considerable amount of experience in dealing with Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) applications and in most cases will act on a no win no fee basis. You will need to contact us as soon as possible after the incident as we will need to obtain clear witness evidence.
MCP Solicitors can also advise you on benefits and payments available if you are permanently or temporarily disabled and unable to work.
There may also be other legal courses of action, such as a civil claim against the person who committed the crime or any other person or organisation you hold responsible.
