Fatal Claims & the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme - Practical Guidance for PI Lawyers

Introduction

Navigating a fatal claim under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme 2012 can present a number of complex and practical challenges for personal injury practitioners. This virtual classroom seminar is designed for practitioners representing clients who have witnessed a homicide or who are close relatives of a victim of homicide.

The live session will provide a practical overview of the qualifying criteria, available compensation and the limitations that apply to claims, helping practitioners to identify potential claims at an early stage and manage them in a proportionate and cost-effective way.

Going beyond the legislation, this live session will offer practical insight into how claims are assessed and processed by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA). It will explore the guidance available to claims officers and consider how this can assist practitioners in preparing and presenting claims effectively.

By attending this live session you will gain practical tips on gathering and presenting evidence, navigating the claims process and avoiding common pitfalls, with a focus on ensuring that claims are approached pragmatically and efficiently.

Whether you are dealing with a fatal claim under the Scheme for the first time or looking to strengthen your existing approach, this live session will provide practical guidance that can be applied directly to your casework.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive course will cover the following:

• Witnessing homicide
• Deaths resulting from crimes and unrelated deaths
• Identifying qualifying claimants
• The impact of the character of the deceased on the potential outcome of an application
• Heads of claim
• Limits on compensation
• How to compile best evidence
• Post settlement matters, including for cases involving children and vulnerable adults

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.