Claiming Compensation As A Victim Of Abuse
“People are now asking me why Sir Jimmy Saville’s victims were not able to ask for help. The thing about sexual abuse is that people suffering it feel defiled – they take on the shame and the guilt.”
– Esther Rantzen
If you have been a victim of childhood abuse, the mental scars will remain long after the abuse has stopped. You may struggle to keep your life on track, find it hard to maintain adult relationships, to find it hard to trust anyone. “Life can be a struggle, but a small comfort could be that you may be entitled to compensation against the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority. CICA UK is a non-government run site, set up by TDP Solicitors, that claims from CICA on behalf of victims of abuse”
There are certain criteria’s that you should meet, although each case is examined on a case by case basis. One of the main criteria is that you needed to have reported the case to the police, even if a passage of time has gone and the abuse had occurred some years previously. Other criteria could be:-
- Make your application to the CICA within 2 years of the crime
- OR within 2 years of first reporting the matter to the police
- OR by your 20th birthday
The type of abuse that you can make a claim about varies. It could be sexual, physical or mental abuse, and there are people you can speak to, in full confidence, through CICA UK. Talking could help you to understand your own emotions and the type of abuse you faced, and this can then help you make a decision on how you know want to proceed. CICA UK can also advise you if you think an organisation, rather than an individual was responsible for your abuse, for instance, if you were in the case system during childhood. They will be able to advise you. Even if you do not wish to look for compensation, their help and support may help you turn a corner.
Victims of abuse often feel that they are abused both by the perpetrator, and then by the system that should protect them. CICA UK may well offer the support and help that you need to move on.
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24 Comments
GiGi Eats
I am thrilled to report I have never been a victim of abuse. I am so blessed. So beyond blessed actually.
robin rue
I hope everyone who is a victim of abuse comes forward. No one should suffer in silence.
Shannon
This is an amazing resource for victims of abuse! I’m glad that you explained it so well. Victims should not be afraid or feel ashamed to recieve the help that they need.
Jessica Taylor
This is such a great post for victims, and I pray that it reaches the eyes of everyone who is dealing with this kind of abuse!
Stefanie
Hard topic! Thanks god I´ve never been a victim! But I really hope that those who have been come foward and get help!
Betty
I am glad to see there are organizations such as CICA out there that would support victims of abuse. It’s such a horrible situation and the victims need as much support as possible.
Corinne & Kirsty
I have never been a victim of abuse, touch wood, and I hope i’ll never be. I know how hard it must be to recover from such an awful experience and claim compensation. You must be so strong. xx corinne
Akamatra
This post should be shared and shared and shared some more for all to see and find a way to find peace (at least in part) for what they went through.
Shevoneese
I’ve had friends who were abused but sadly they don’t want to talk about it or relive the trauma.
andrea
thank you for sharing this, as a rape victim i’m grateful people are talking about this issues that are so taboo.it makes me so sad.
Amber Myers
I am glad you shared this. I’m sure the information will help a lot of people who have gone through this.
Heather Johnson
Our systems to help victims are terribly broken. I am pleased to see something like the available. Now the US needs to step up with something similar.
Claudia Krusch
This is such an important post. Victims need to know what help there is available to them.
Chemady
Good to know there are organizations out there who can be of help to the victims.
Laura
Its a worldwide problem. I guess you need to know the laws in your country.
agentizerozerosetter
This is so good to know for those who unfortunately had to deal with this, they are not alone, they can have help.
Hey Sharonoox
I echo what Robin rue said in her comment. This is such a useful info for victim of abuse.
Josselyn Radillo
no one should suffer and I hope they can move forward
Team up Girl
I am so happy I have never had this problem. And also so grateful there are places where the victims can go and comfortably talk about it. Great post!
Blair Villanueva
Glad to know these information. Very helpful for those who wants for claims.
Anosa
I never even knew you could get compensation. I hope this information helps people that really need it
Cynthia Nicoletti
Everyone should come forward if they were abused. It must be something very difficult to deal with.
Leah
This post could really help those who need it, thank you!
Leah, from Officer Travels
den
This is a good reminder post to report any form of abuse. I just hope that the abused ones get enough courage and support system to do so.