How to claim sexual assault compensation
For further guidance on claiming sexual assault compensation contact our free and confidential helpline
on 0333 888 0445 or by email.
Unfortunately, sexual abuse and assault cases continue to hit the news. In recent months the press has featured a number of high profile stories, such as
- Man sexually assaulted 5 children over the course of nearly 30 years:
- Chaotic sex offender jailed:
- Babysitter jailed for sexually abusing 9 children, one as young as 2:
These cases demonstrate that sexual abuse and assault remains a major problem in Britain and our team of lawyers who specialise in assisting people to recover compensation are here to help you.
If you or your loved ones have experienced sexual abuse or assault, and would like to know if a claim for compensation can be made then contact our free helpline in complete confidence. From our wealth of experience of dealing with these cases, we know first-hand that receiving compensation can help you obtain the resources needed to make a recovery, achieve closure and move forward.
When can I claim sexual assault compensation?
First and foremost, sexual abuse and sexual assault is a criminal offence and should be reported to the police to bring the abuser to justice. However, a civil claim for compensation can also often be brought against the person who committed the assault or an organisation connected with them, such as an employer. If the perpetrator does not have the financial means to pay compensation and no other party is at fault then sexual assault compensation may be recoverable from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority which is a government funded scheme.
You can bring claims for both physical and psychological injury. however, you must not delay as time limits apply and while allowances can be made for sexual abuse claims, especially when thee victim was a child it is best to speak to a lawyer as soon as possible.
How we can help with your sexual assault compensation claim
We have helped clients secure compensation in many types of situations and can usually work on a no win, no fee basis, which means you do not need to let worries about paying legal fees put you off seeking justice.
We appreciate that it can be difficult for some victims to come forward with their story, but our lawyers are highly professional and if you feel confident enough to talk about your case then we are here to assist you in any way we can.
We treat all enquiries with sensitivity and confidentiality in order to make you feel as comfortable as possible about the process. As your claim progresses, we will be there every step of the way to give you all the support you need.
Contact our free helpline
If you are a victim and want to find out whether you can bring a claim for sexual assault compensation then please don’t hesitate to call our free helpline by phone on 0333 888 0445 or email us at [email protected]