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Missed your CICA deadline? Here’s what most people don’t know
Last Updated: 15 September 2026 I Reading Time: 6 minutes Summary Most guidance on Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) claims focuses on one thing: you have two…
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Still waiting for justice: Why CICA must change for Manchester’s Victims
Last Updated: 4 September 2026 I Reading Time: 5 minutes Summary At the UK’s inaugural National Day for Victims and Survivors of Terrorism, the Prime Minister spoke…
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Criminal Injuries Compensation: A Practitioner’s Guide — Neil Sugarman publishes new textbook
Last Updated: 3 September 2026 I Reading Time: 5 minutes Summary Quick answer Neil Sugarman, Consultant at GLP Solicitors and former APIL President, has written Criminal Injuries…
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384 Domestic Violence Incidents Reported During the 2026 World Cup
Last Updated: 24 July 2026 I Reading Time: Approx. 3 minutes The excitement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup was overshadowed by a concerning rise in domestic violence incidents across the…
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After England’s World Cup Loss, Domestic Abuse Charities Urge People to Stay Vigilant
Summary England’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina has left many fans disappointed. For domestic abuse charities across the UK, however, the day after a major England…
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Signpost a Criminal Injury Compensation Claim: Supporting Survivors Through Expert Legal Representation
Summary Victims of violent crime may be entitled to compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA), but many people do not know where to start with…
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Injury Awareness Week 2026: Why Supporting Injury Victims Matters
Summary Injury Awareness Week 2026 runs from 22 to 26 June 2026 and highlights the impact that injuries caused by negligence can have on individuals, families, workplaces,…
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Domestic Abuse and England Football Matches: What the Statistics Show
Summary Research has found that reports of domestic abuse increase when England’s men’s football team plays in major tournaments such as the World Cup. The findings highlight…
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CICA Claims for Domestic Abuse Victims: Can You Claim Compensation?
Summary If you have suffered physical or psychological harm because of domestic abuse, you may be able to claim compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA).…
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CICA Compensation for Lost Teeth and Facial Scarring After a Violent Assault
Summary A victim of a serious criminal assault outside a train station received compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) after suffering the loss of two…
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Domestic abuse and social housing reform: why victims need more than a change in tenancy rules
Summary The Government’s proposed social housing reforms aim to prevent domestic abuse victims from being forced to leave their homes by giving landlords and courts greater powers…
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CICA Tribunal Success: Compensation Increased from £4,750 to £170,000 After Appeal
Summary A client who suffered a serious shoulder injury following a violent assault has seen his Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) award increase from just £4,750 to…
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Action for Brain Injury 2026: “We See You” – Support, Justice and Brain Injury Compensation Through CICA
Summary The Action for Brain Injury 2026: We See You campaign shines a light on the daily realities faced by people living with brain injuries. At GLP…
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Shaken Baby Syndrome / Abusive Head Trauma Claims in the UK: Can You Claim Compensation?
Summary If a baby or young child has suffered Shaken Baby Syndrome, also known as Abusive Head Trauma (AHT) or Non-Accidental Head Injury (NAHI), families may be…
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GLP Solicitors in the Press: Leading Expertise in CICA Claims, Appeals and Tribunals
Summary National media coverage of Craig Lewis-Williams, who received the unchanged £500,000 CICA maximum award after a life-changing single-punch attack, has renewed criticism of the scheme’s outdated…
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Criminal Injuries Compensation Maximum Award “Cap” Reaches 30th Anniversary without inflation increases
1st April 2026 will see the 30th anniversary of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme in Great Britain without the maximum award for the most catastrophic injuries having…
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Unmatched Success in CICA Appeals: How GLP Solicitors Are Securing Life-Changing Tribunal Results
When it comes to Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) appeals, every detail matters, and at GLP Solicitors, we know how to transform overlooked evidence and underestimated injuries…
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New Legal Support for Rape Survivors in the UK (2026): What It Means for Survivors and CICA Claims
Recent reforms introduced by the UK Government aim to improve the way rape and sexual assault cases are investigated and prosecuted, while also strengthening the support available…
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CICA appeal success: How a tribunal appeal increased an award from £5,500 to £500,000
If you have received a low award from the CICA (Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority), you may be entitled to challenge it. A CICA Appeal can dramatically increase…
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Claiming compensation after an assault
By Steven Astley, Injury Partner at GLP Solicitors Experiencing an assault can have long-lasting physical, emotional and financial consequences. While many victims focus on recovery, fewer realise…