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Government Rejects Key Criminal Injuries Compensation Reforms: Legal Experts React
A setback for justice? In a move that has sparked significant backlash from legal professionals and survivors’ advocates, the UK government has officially rejected several key reforms…
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Netflix’s Adolescence: What it says about Criminal Injuries
Understanding Criminal Injury Claims Victims of violent crime often experience severe physical and psychological trauma. At GLP Solicitors, we specialise in helping individuals navigate the criminal injury claims process, ensuring…
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Rape Culture in Primary Schools: A Legal and Moral Emergency We Cannot Ignore
At GLP Solicitors, we are committed to standing with victims of crime especially the most vulnerable in our society. A recent exposé by The Times, based on powerful evidence…
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GLP Solicitors: Experts in Brain Injury Compensation Claims
At GLP Solicitors, we understand the devastating impact that brain injuries can have on individuals and their families. These life-altering injuries require specialist legal expertise to ensure…
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Employment Rights Bill: Amendments to Protect Domestic Abuse Victims
The UK government’s flagship Employment Rights Bill is under intense scrutiny as MPs propose amendments to enhance worker protections. Among the most significant changes are measures designed…
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Why Choose GLP Solicitors for Criminal Injuries Compensation Claims?
Being a victim of a violent crime can be a deeply traumatic experience, impacting your physical, emotional, and financial well-being. GLP Solicitors are an expert option for criminal injuries compensation…
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Shaken Baby Syndrome: Securing Compensation for Victims
Shaken Baby Syndrome is estimated to cause severe brain damage to 35 in every 100,000 children, according to research by the University of the West of England. This ongoing…
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Understanding Shaken Baby Syndrome: Legal Rights, Compensation, and Support
Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS), also known as Abusive Head Trauma (AHT), is a severe and preventable form of child abuse. It occurs when an infant or young…
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Raising Awareness During Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week 2025: A Crucial Conversation
Each year, Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week provides a vital opportunity to raise awareness about the realities faced by victims of sexual abuse, assault, and…
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Domestic Abuse Compensation: Your rights and support
Domestic abuse is a pervasive issue affecting countless individuals and families across the UK. For many, the journey to safety and recovery begins with understanding their rights…
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Why GLP are the best for CICA?
GLP Solicitors are one of the best known firms for Criminal Injury Compensation Authority (CICA) cases because of their extensive experience, expertise, and client-focused approach in this…
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New Budget 2024 and victims of crime
The 2024 UK Autumn Budget includes several initiatives that impact support for victims of crime, although no new direct funding boosts have been announced. However, the Ministry of Justice continues…
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Challenging a Criminal Injuries Compensation decision
When victims of crime apply for compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme (CICS), they may receive an initial award based on their injuries and the circumstances of…
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Suffering for justice: How the latest Victim Support report aligns with government’s new measures for crime victims
Victim Support’s latest report, Suffering for Justice, highlights persistent challenges faced by victims of crime when navigating the criminal justice system. From inadequate communication to delayed processes, the report paints a…
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Raneem’s Law: Domestic abuse specialists in 999 control rooms
The government’s recent decision to embed domestic abuse specialists in 999 control rooms represents a long-overdue shift in handling domestic violence cases. This measure, named “Raneem’s Law”…
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What’s the CICS? – A guide for Gen Z
Yo, yo, yo. So, the CICS is like a gov-run backup plan for when you get hurt from a serious crime, and you’re out here tryna pick up the…
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The right of victims of violent crime to claim compensation of up to £500,000
For victims of violent crime in the UK, the consequences can be devastating, with impacts that extend beyond physical injuries to emotional trauma and financial difficulties. Fortunately,…
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Time limitations of the Criminal Injury Compensation Scheme: Exploring recent injustice
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme (CICS) provides financial support to victims of violent crime, including assault, abuse, and sexual violence. However, the scheme imposes strict time limits…
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How the Criminal Injuries Compensation System is failing victims: A call for reform
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) was established to compensate victims of violent crime, offering them a pathway to justice and recovery. However, recent trends and statistics…
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Navigating the review and appeal process with GLP Solicitors to secure fair compensation
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) provides a vital service to victims of violent crime, offering financial compensation to help them move forward. However, not all claims…