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How to get compensation if you've been injured as a result of an accident or injury when someone else is to blame.
You can get compensation by taking legal action, but it could cost you…
You may already have insurance to pay for the legal costs of making a…
You cannot usually get legal aid for personal injury cases. A solicitor…
Guidance on the different types of compensation within the justice system.
How to claim compensation if you've been seriously injured in a violent crime using the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) scheme.
You might be able to claim compensation if you were the victim of a…
The crime must have happened in England, Wales or Scotland. It must be…
You can make a claim online. It does not cost anything to apply. You do…
You’ll get a reference number when you submit your claim. Use the…
You must contact the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) to…
The deadline to apply for compensation was 13 June 2021 if you were a…
Get compensation if you've been injured, a victim of crime or because of unfair working conditions
A guide to applying for compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme.
Guidance about compensation to owners and occupiers of agricultural premises once a compulsory purchase order comes into force.
A compensation scheme for UK serving and former service personnel injured as a result of their service in His Majesty's Armed Forces.
How to claim compensation yourself or if using a claims management company, check they're authorised, your rights and their obligations.
A guide to applying for compensation under the Victims of Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme.
Guidance explaining why compulsory purchase orders are made, and what people's rights are to challenge them.
You may be able to claim compensation from the council if you've had an accident caused by a road or pavement
Make a 'Part I claim' when your property depreciates because of the use of a new or altered highway - eligibility and where to send your claim
Miscarriage of justice compensation, application for a claim if your conviction has been overturned or you’ve been granted a free pardon
Guidance about compensation to owners and occupiers of business premises once a compulsory purchase order comes into force.
Apply for compensation for damage to your vehicle - report the damage, fill in the damage report form, provide evidence
Compensation for terrorist attacks abroad - eligibility, acts of terrorism covered, application form, helpline
Guidance about compensation to owners and occupiers of residential properties once a compulsory purchase order comes into force.
Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority - how to appeal a decision if you've been refused compensation for a violent crime, where to get help and advice
This note is part of the statutory guidance under s215 of the HRA 2008 (from 1 April 2024)
Guidance for local authorities on how to access the local government income compensation scheme for lost sales, fees and charges as a result of COVID-19.
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