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Victims of violent crime and their families are often left with traumatic and debilitating physical and psychological injuries. Victims and their families must deal with immediate financial costs to treat injuries and ensure the safety of the victim, as well as additional financial burdens such as lost income. If you or a loved one has been a victim of a crime including physical or sexual assault, domestic and family violence or robbery, talk to the expert victims of crime lawyers at Wyatts about making a claim for compensation.
You focus on recovering from your injuries and we’ll take care of your claim.
| Injury category | Entitlements |
|---|---|
Up to the injury “threshold” |
Income support, medical and home care expenses for up to 12 months |
Above the injury “threshold” |
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Above the injury “threshold” |
An additional lump sum for pain and suffering |
The most important thing is for your injuries to be fully assessed. The motor vehicle compensation experts at Wyatts can help make sure the full extent of your injuries is considered, and work with you to prepare your claim to ensure you get everything you are entitled to.
CONTACT WYATTS
Tell us about what happened and the injuries you have sustained. We’ll listen to you and take the time to get to know you so we can fully understand your situation, physical condition and needs.
YOUR ELIGIBILITY
We will explain in simple terms what you are entitled to claim based on what you have told us. Then we’ll offer to get started working on your behalf.
WE GET STARTED
You decide if you would like one of our specialist crime victims lawyers to start your case. Then we get to work for you.
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Who Can Claim Victims’ Compensation?
Under the Victims’ Support Scheme, victims of violent crime are entitled to claim victim support and compensation if they have sustained physical and/or psychological injuries as a direct consequence of the crime. This applies to people that have directly sustained psychological or psychiatric injuries as a result of witnessing a crime. Immediate family members of a person who has died as a result of a violent act can also claim support. In addition, parents and guardians of an injured child can apply for support.
More specifically, Primary, secondary and family victims are entitled to claim victim support and compensation.
A primary victim is a person who is injured, or dies as a direct result of a violent act. A primary victim is also someone that is injured or dies while intervening in a violent crime; for instance, while trying to stop another person from engaging in a violent act, or trying to rescue a victim.
A secondary victim is a person who is injured as a direct result of witnessing a violent act against the primary victim(s). A secondary victim is also a parent or guardian who was psychologically injured as a result of becoming aware of the injury or death their biological child or child within their care.
A family victim is a member of the immediate family (e.g. spouse, de facto partner, parent, guardian, step-parent, child, step-child, sibling) of a primary victim who has died or has been injured as a direct result of a violent act.
If you are a primary, secondary, or family victim, Wyatts Compensation Lawyers can explain your rights as a victim and provide you with essential legal advice. If you are uncertain as to whether you are eligible to claim compensation under this scheme, please contact Wyatts for a thorough and personalised consultation.
How Can A Lawyer Help Me?
An experienced lawyer has a great deal of knowledge about victims’ rights. A lawyer can explain these rights to you and provide you with comprehensive advice on seeking compensation, appearing in court, and lodging complaints, dispute and appeals. Importantly, a lawyer should listen carefully and compassionately to your story, advocate for you and direct you to services that can provide you with additional support.
A lawyer can also assess your case and advise as to whether you are eligible for an alternative form of compensation through a personal injury scheme (e.g. public liability or compulsory third party (CTP)). They can also advise as to whether reparation should be sought through the court system.
Contact us today for a personalised, compassionate and attentive service. We understand that you are a more than a “case number”, and we will treat you with the respect and dignity you deserve.
How Much Compensation Am I Entitled To?
Under the NSW Government’s Victims’ Support Scheme, you are eligible to receive:
- A maximum of 22 hours of counselling
- Immediate financial assistance up to $5000 for primary victims, or $8000 for funeral expenses provided to the immediate family of a homicide victim
- Financial support for continuing costs up to $30,000 for primary victims, parents of a child victim, or immediate family of a homicide victim
- A recognition payment between $1500 and $15,000 depending on the nature of the crime.
Wyatts Compensation Lawyers can provide you with legal advice and assistance when you are submitting your claim. They can assess your case and advise as to whether you are eligible for an alternative form of compensation through a personal injury scheme (e.g. public liability or compulsory third party (CTP)). They can also advise as to whether reparation should be sought through the court system.
How do I claim compensation under the NSW Scheme:
In New South Wales, victim of crime claims can be made under the NSW Government’s Victims’ Support Scheme. While victims of crime are entitled to claim compensation under this scheme, it is helpful to have an experienced lawyer by your side. A competent lawyer will have a great deal of knowledge about the rights of victims, and can explain these rights to you. They can provide you with comprehensive advice on seeking compensation, appearing in court, and lodging complaints, dispute and appeals. Importantly, a lawyer should listen carefully and compassionately to your story, advocate for you and direct you to services that can provide you with additional support.
Our legal team will support you through the challenging process of seeking compensation. We will listen and respond to your situation with compassion, dedication and care.
How will compensation help me?
Compensation for individuals who are victims under the victims’ support scheme covers:
- Counselling services to assist with trauma and psychological injury
- Financial support for immediate needs – medical expenses, costs associated with ensuring safety and wellbeing
- Financial support for economic loss – ongoing medical expenses, living costs, lost income
- Recognition – lump sum payment to acknowledge the trauma suffered
For a comprehensive and compassionate service, contact Wyatts today. We are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you.
Are there time-limits for claiming compensation if I have been a victim of a crime?
Victim of a Crime
As part of the Victims’ Support Scheme, victims of a crime can apply for compensation. However, there are time limits in place for accessing particular forms of financial assistance. For example, if a victim of sexual assault is an adult, claims for financial assistance for economic loss must be made within 2 years of the incident. However, if the victim was a child (under 18 years of age), there are no time limits imposed.
Given that different time limits apply for different forms of assistance, it is important that you act as soon as possible. The team at Wyatts can help you understand your rights as a victim, and can provide expert, personalised, and compassionate legal support.
Institutional Child Sex Abuse
As part of the NSW Government’s response to the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse, time limits for civil claims have been removed. This change to the law was brought into effect under the Limitation Amendment (Child Abuse) Act 2016. This means that you can pursue a compensation claim no matter how long ago the abuse occurred.
Our team of lawyers understands that talking about child sexual abuse and sexual assault can be difficult, and it takes great courage to speak-up. We will listen to you with compassion and sensitivity, and will support you in your journey. Please contact us today to take the first step towards claiming compensation.
If you are a victim of crime and have suffered physical and psychological injuries, you need expert help and advice to get the compensation you are entitled to. Our caring team understands what you are going through and has years of experience helping people in similar situations to you. We can manage your claim while you focus on recovering from your injuries and reclaiming your life.
Free case assessment
Talk to us about your claim and we will give you expert advice and an obligation-free assessment at no cost to you. Our specialists know the law inside out and they will tell you honestly about your chances of making a successful claim and what the next steps are if you decide to go ahead.
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When we take on your claim you will never be out of pocket. If your case is unsuccessful, you won’t have to pay our legal fees. You can have complete peace of mind when you work with Wyatts that your case is in good hands, and we are committed to getting the best result for you.
We care about you
If you’re suffering from physical or emotional injuries, and facing financial losses due to someone else’s actions, we understand the stress of your situation. Our team don’t just provide legal advice, but also the compassion, support and care you need to get your life back on track.
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We’re proud to have helped thousands of people during their darkest moments, providing them with hope for a better future – and compensation to pay for it. With our expert legal advice and support, you will have the best possible chance of making a successful compensation claim.
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