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Posted on: 14 Mar 2024

Case Study: £25,900 Awarded for a Criminal Injury Abuse Claim

This case study delves into the complexities of seeking compensation for survivors of abuse, particularly through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA). Highlighting a successful claim for a client abused at a boarding school in the 1970s, it outlines the CICA's eligibility criteria, the importance of legal advice, and the resources available to survivors. Our Abuse Claim team's approach and dedication to supporting clients through the claim process are emphasised, showcasing expertise in handling abuse compensation cases.

Posted on: 31 Oct 2023

How high profile ‘Revenge Porn’ cases in raising awareness of a growing issue

The internet has revolutionised the way people work, shop, and socialise. It plays a fundamental role in day-to-day life, and its benefits for businesses and individuals alike are far reaching. However, like most technological advances, it’s not without its dark side.

Posted on: 31 Oct 2023

How we Obtained Compensation for a Client who was Abused by a Priest as a Teenager

Mr. J was groomed and sexually abused by a priest from the Diocese of Newcastle and Hexham, starting at age 16. The abuse led to significant personal challenges, including an addiction. Years later, he disclosed the abuse, and after approaching a legal team in 2022, successfully secured a compensation of £30,000 in 2023.

Posted on: 17 Oct 2023

How we helped get compensation for a Survivor of Abuse at Caldicott Preparatory School

We were approached by our client (Mr K) who attended Caldicott Preparatory school as a weekly boarder from the mid 60s to early 70s, to help him get justice for abuse that he suffered at the school.

Posted on: 02 Dec 2021

Man Sexually Abused By School Gets His Life Back 25 Years Later

Mr R was physically and sexually abused during his school years in the 1970s and 80s. In his first school, he was physically abused by the headmaster and two other staff members.

Posted on: 26 Jul 2021

Survivor of Child Sex Abuse Gets Closure and Compensation

Mr Wright was placed into care in the 1970s when he was a child, because of physical abuse in his family home. Sadly, while he was under the care of Leicestershire County Council, he was sexually abused.

Posted on: 01 Jun 2021

Case Study: Lambeth Children’s Home Redress Scheme

The compensation scheme was introduced by Lambeth Council in response to several allegations of child abuse across their children’s homes.

Posted on: 25 Aug 2020

£80,000 Compensation for Sexual Abuse Survivor

We represented a man who was sexually abused as a child by his mother’s partner. Mr M suffered severe abuse over a 2-year period, which caused serious psychological problems.

Posted on: 17 Apr 2019

£50,000 Compensation for Sexual Abuse in Local Authority Care

Our Abuse Claims Solicitor who specialises in historic child abuse cases, was instructed to represent a man who was sexually abused as a child whilst in the care of a Local Authority.

Posted on: 18 Oct 2017

Foster Care Abuse Survivors to Sue Local Authorities

Overturning two previous judgments, the UK Supreme Court has delivered a landmark ruling which opens the door for people who were abused by their foster carers to hold the Local Authority to account.