At St Helens Law we work on your behalf to ensure you receive the amount you deserve. We submit many CICA claims in St Helens each year. We work on a Contingency Fee basis. If your claim is not successful there is no fee. If you receive compensation from the authority, we charge a fee of 25% of the amount you are given.

Am I eligible to claim?

There are three main factors that will determine if you are eligible to make a claim for crime compensation in St Helens. They are if you were a direct victim of the crime or not, the location of the incident and if you reported it to the police.

To CICA, a direct victim of a crime is someone who was injured as a result of the crime. Someone who has lost a loved one as a result of the crime is also eligible to make a claim.

Payments can only be given if the crime in question took place in England, Scotland, Wales.

You must have reported the crime to the police if you wish to make a claim. CICA will not pay out for injuries you received during an incident that the police were not told about. You must also have reported it as quickly as can be expected. If there was a delay in notifying the authorities, this could affect your claim and you will be asked to explain why it occurred.

How can I submit my application?

To set things moving all you need to do is to pay us a visit at our office in St Helens town centre. You do not need to make an appointment and the first meeting together will be free of charge. It will take no longer than half an hour. If you cannot make it to our office a phonecall or an email will suffice. We use the first contact with you to gather information about the incident and the injuries you suffered.

Once your case is underway you will be given a username and password for FileView. There you can view any progress or updates regarding your claim. You will be given direct contact details for the solicitor dealing with your case too. We are accredited by the Law Society Lexcel and the Law Society in Conveyancing Quality – you can rest assured your case will be in safe hands.

How long does a claim take?

The majority of cases are resolved within 12 months. However, the more complex a case, the longer it can take to complete so occasionally applications can take longer than a year to be settled. Your claim will take longer to reach a conclusion if you are still receiving treatment or your recovery time is still not clear.

Contact us if you require any further information about CICA claims. Call us on 01744 385171 or get in touch via email. You can also submit your details through our enquiry form to the left of the page.

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What is the CICA ‘Same Roof Rule’?

The rule meant that victims of a crime committed before 1st October 1979 were not eligible for compensation if, at the time of the crime, they lived in the same household as their attacker.

If you are a previous applicant who were originally denied compensation under the rule you can reapply for CICA compensation in St Helens. You will now be eligible for compensation. If you have also been previously told an application would not be successful because of the rule you can now submit one.

A further review of CICA rules is expected later in the year. The review is expected to be targeted towards better managing the needs of the victims.

Why should you choose St Helens Law?

If you are looking to submit a claim that would previously have been denied, our dedicated team here at St Helens Law are here to help. We will work on any cases were the victim is eligible for a payment from CICA.

We have almost 20 years’ experience working on the behalf of our clients to ensure they receive the level of compensation they deserve. We are Law Society Lexcel Accredited and are members of the Law Society in Conveyancing Quality too.

Who is eligible to submit a claim?

To be eligible you must have been a victim of a violent crime that took place in England, Scotland or Wales. You must also have reported the crime to the police. CICA claims will be considered for the following:

• physical or mental injuries caused by a violent crime;
• physical or sexual abuse;
• loss of earnings because of no or limited capacity to work because of a criminal injury;
• death of a loved one caused by a violent crime; including bereavement payments, payments involving financial dependency and parental services and funeral payments.

What do I need to do to claim?

All you have to do is to visit us at our town centre office in St Helens. An appointment is not always necessary, and a first interview of 30 minutes is free of charge. We use this to talk through your case and then we begin the processes towards applying on your behalf. If it is not possible, or not convenient, to visit our office you can get in touch by calling 01744 385171 or via our email info@sthelenslaw.co.uk.

Once your claim is underway you can access all details of your case through FileView. You will be given your own login details and password for the account so you can keep up to date on any progress or changes. You will also receive the direct phone number and email address of the St Helens Law solicitor who is handling your application.

We work on a Contingency Fee basis. This means there are no charges if your claim is unsuccessful. If the claim succeeds, however, we will charge you a fee of 25% of the amount of compensation you receive.

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Visit St Helens Law

To begin your application, you can visit our office in St Helens Town Centre. You will not need to book an appointment so you can simply drop in at your earliest convenience. The first meeting you have with us will take around 30 minutes. There is no charge for your first meeting.

Alternatively, if you cannot make it to our office call us on 01744 385171 or get in touch via info@sthelenslaw.co.uk.

Once your claim is underway we will provide you with access details to your personal FileView account. This allows you to keep up to date with any changes or progress with your case. As well as this we will also give you direct contact details for the dedicated St Helens Law solicitor who will be personally looking after your account.

Who is eligible to submit a claim?

You can receive CICA compensation if you are a blameless victim of violent crime that has taken place in Great Britain. Compensation can also be paid if you have lost a loved one because of violent crime. You must have reported the incident to the police in a timeframe as quickly as is reasonably practicable. If the incident was not reported to the police you cannot make a claim.

Every eligible claim will be paid by CICA. Normally a case can take up to a year to conclude and for the compensation to be paid. Complex applications can take even longer to complete. It will take longer for you to receive your compensation because of the following:

• If you are still receiving medical treatment
• If how long it will take for you to recover, or your level of recovery, is unknown

Interim payments can sometimes be made if your personal circumstances mean there is a delay in you receiving your compensation. If you have multiple injuries, you will only receive payment for your three most severe injuries. This is determined by the authority’s tariff of injuries. The total amount you receive will be a figure between £1,000 and £500,000 and you will receive the following:

• 100% of the value of your most severe injury
• 30% of the value of your second most severe injury and 15% for a third injury

Contact St Helens

If you need any more information you can contact us by submitting your details through our enquiry form. We will be more than happy to answer any questions you have about CICA claims in St Helens.

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All eligible claims will be paid by CICA, who are a government agency. Most cases can take up to 12 months to complete with the more complex applications taking even longer to reach a conclusion. Factors which can lengthen the time to receive your compensation are as follows:

• If any medical treatment you receive as a result of the injuries you suffered is still ongoing
• If your level of recovery, or recovery time, is unknown

If a settlement has to be delayed CICA may offer an interim payment.

How much CICA compensation will I receive?

The amount of compensation you will receive is determined by the authority’s tariff of injuries. This details the severity and number of injuries you suffered. CICA will pay compensation for up to three injuries totalling a figure of between £1,000 and £500,000. If you have more than one injury that each would qualify for a claim, you will receive the following:

• 100% of the full value of the most serious injury
• 30% of the full value of the second most valuable injury and then 15% for a third injury

Here at St Helens Law, we work on a Contingency Fee basis. If your claim is unsuccessful you will be charged no fee. If it is accepted and you receive compensation, we will charge at a rate of 25% of the figure you receive.

Am I eligible to claim?

So long as the crime you were a victim of took place in England, Scotland or Wales and it was reported to the police you will be able to claim. Your application must also be submitted within two years of the crime being reported to the police.

To submit a claim with St Helens Law all you need to do to get things underway is to visit our town centre office. Your first meeting takes roughly half an hour and is free of charge. A booking is not necessary. If coming to our office is not possible you can call us on 01744 385171 or via email.

To make sure you can keep up to date with your case’s progress you will be given login details for your own FileView account. This is where all the information regarding your application is stored. You will also be given the direct contact number and e-mail address of the St Helens Law solicitor who is looking after your claim.

If you require any further information do not hesitate to contact us. You can also complete our enquiry form. We will be delighted to answer any queries you have about CICA claims in St Helens or any of our other services for that matter.

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Here at St Helens Law, we use almost 20 years of law industry experience to submit the best possible CICA claim on your behalf. We are accredited by the Law Society Lexcel and the Law Society in Conveyancing Quality. Our team of solicitors work tirelessly to ensure you receive the compensation you deserve for your physical or mental injuries.

How do St Helens submit your CICA claim?

CICA handle up to 40,000 claims every year. We have submitted many Criminal Injury Claims in St Helens. Our expertise allows us to make sure your application is dealt with as fairly and sensitively as possible.

To be eligible to claim the crime must have taken place in Great Britain and must have been reported to the police. Claims can be submitted up to two years from when you inform the police about the incident.

To get your claim underway, first you can visit our town centre office to discuss the matter with a member of our team. Booking an appointment is not always necessary and your first meeting, that takes around half an hour, is always free of charge. If you are not available for a meeting you can call us on 01744 385171. Alternatively, you can get in touch via email.

Once your claim has been submitted you can track its progress with your own FileView account. We will provide you with login details and a password. As well as this you will also be provided with the direct contact number and e-mail address of the St Helens Law solicitor who is handling your application.

What injuries can I claim compensation for through CICA?

Applications through CICA will be considered if you have been a victim of or received injuries due to the following:

• Physical or sexual abuse
• Loss of earnings because of your injuries
• A fatality caused by violent crime, which is inclusive of:
  • Bereavement payments
  • Payments for loss of parental services
  • Financial dependency
  • Funeral payments

What fee can you expect to receive?

The fee you receive depends on the level and amount of injuries you receive. This is determined by the authority’s tariff of injuries. If you have more than one injury that on their own would qualify for a claim, you could be entitled to:

• 100% of the full tariff value of the most serious injury and then;
• 30% of the amount for the second most valuable injury and a further 15% for a third injury.

CICA will pay compensation for a maximum of three injuries.

St Helens Law do not charge a fee for unsuccessful claims. However, if it is successful, we charge a Contingency Fee of 25% of the figure you are awarded.

Contact St Helens Law

For any further details contact us by calling 01744 385171 or via info@sthelenslaw.co.uk. You can also submit your details through our enquiry form. We will be more than happy to answer any questions or queries you have about CICA claims in St Helens.

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Who are the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority?

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) is an executive agency of the government. They award compensation to people who have been physically or mentally injured as a result of a violent crime in England, Scotland or Wales. CICA handle as many as 40,000 applications and claims each year. They aim to process matters as quickly, fairly and sensitively as possible.

How can I submit a CICA claim?

By employing the services of St Helens Law, you can submit a CICA claim in St Helens. Our devoted solicitors present your claim for you. We have almost 20 years’ experience as a firm and have submitted countless claims on behalf of our clients. We are accredited by the Law Society Lexcel and the Law Society in Conveyancing Quality.

To begin the process of submitting a claim, you can visit our office in the town centre. An appointment is not always needed, and your first meeting is always free of charge. It will take roughly 30 minutes. If you cannot reach our office, you can get in touch via email or by calling us directly on 01744 385171.

Once your claim is underway you will be given access to your own FileView account. This allows you to keep up to date with your case. You will also be given the contact number and e-mail address of the St Helens Law solicitor who is looking after your claim.

How much can I expect to receive for my CICA claim?

CICA reward compensation amounts between £1,000 to £500,000. The figure you receive depends on the severity of your injuries. You will not be charged by us if your claim is unsuccessful as we work on a Contingency Fee basis. If your claim is successful, our fee is 25% of the amount you are awarded.

Am I eligible to make a CICA claim?

As well as mental or physical injuries, CICA compensation claims are considered if you have suffered the following:

• Physical or sexual abuse
• Loss of earnings because of your injuries
• A fatality caused by violent crime, which is inclusive of:
  • Bereavement payments
  • Payments for loss of parental services
  • Financial dependency
  • Funeral payments

Not every Criminal Injury Claim in St Helens is successful. You need to be eligible under the rules of the authority to successfully claim.

What are the eligibility rules for a CICA claim?

To be eligible you must be a direct victim of the crime that took place in Great Britain, therefore compensation will only be passed to the claimant if the incident their claim refers to occurred in England, Scotland, Wales.

It is also required that the incident your claim refers to has been reported to the police. A claim will not be successful if it has not been reported to the police. You must contact the police regarding the incident as soon as is reasonably possible. Applications can be put to CICA, through St Helens Law, up to two years from the date you first inform the police about the incident.

Contact St Helens Law

For any further information, you can contact us by calling 01744 385171 or via info@sthelenslaw.co.uk. Alternatively, you can submit your details through our enquiry form.

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Claims are brought to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA). They are in charge of controlling the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme throughout England, Wales and Scotland. We can work on your behalf, pursuing your claim with CICA to make sure you get the compensation you deserve. But why should you use a submit a CICA claim in St Helens through us?

No fees for unsuccessful claims

We understand that legal fees and costs can be daunting and can even put you off submitting a CICA claim through a St Helens law firm. People can worry that if their claim is not successful, they will still be subjected to an expensive bill covering the fees of the solicitors who have worked on their behalf.

However, at St Helens Law, if you choose us, we will proceed on a Contingency Fee basis. That means that if your claim is unsuccessful you will not be charged. If it succeeds, you will be charged a fee of 25% of the amount of compensation you receive. CICA reward figures between £1,000 to £500,000 so if, for example, you were awarded £1,000 in compensation our fee would be £250.

Easily Track Your Case

Throughout your case, you can stay up to date with your case by using the online system FileView. We give you a unique reference and a secure password for your private account so that as and when you please you can check your file to see if there have been any updates. We also provide you with the direct contact number and e-mail address of who is looking after your case. If at any point throughout your claim you have any questions or queries you can get in touch with your helpful, dedicated solicitor.

Using FileView allows you to take a step back from your case and to allow the professionals to handle it for you. We understand that legal cases and compensation processes for criminal injuries can be very distressing. Using a St Helens solicitor gives you ready access to a level-headed source of advice.

Flexible, Experienced Firm

We have almost 20 years’ experience submitting and pursuing CICA compensation claims. From our St Helens town centre location, we work tirelessly to make sure you receive the amount you are due.

We are Law Society Lexcel accredited and are also firmly established members of the Law Society in Conveyancing Quality. There are numerous types of claims that can be put to the CICA. We know the exact type to suit your case.

If you would like to discuss the possibility of making a Criminal Injuries Compensation Claim in St Helens, or if you would like some general advice, you can drop into our office. An appointment is not always necessary, while the first 30-minute interview comes free of charge to give you a feel for the type of services we can provide. If it is not possible for you to reach our office during business hours you can contact us by calling 01744 385171 or via info@sthelenslaw.co.uk. Alternatively, you can submit your details through our enquiry form.

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