If you, or someone you care for, has been the blameless victim of criminal violence, then compensation may still be available through a government funded body known as the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA). It’s free to pursue a claim with them, although there are quite strict qualifying criteria, so potential claimants need to refer to the Guide to the 2012 Scheme on the government website www.justice.gov.uk. However, the Brain Injury Group has put together key points covering eligibility, limitations, and types of award in this article, along with a case study provided by Coleman Solicitors, a member of the Brain Injury Group.
Read source article here, pages 6 & 7 http://www.rbkc.gov.uk/PDF/CarersUK-KCNewsletter-%20web.pdf
