Neglect, child abuse and criminal injuries can all have serious and long-lasting effects – not only on those directly affected, but also on families and loved ones.
If you have been affected by any of these experiences, or are close to someone who has been affected, Irwin Mitchell can help.
With an experienced team of legal specialists, we’ll help you understand your options for seeking justice and compensation with sensitivity and understanding.
As well as fighting tirelessly for your best interests, we’ll provide you with support and reassurance, and help you access the services you need to help you recover and move on from your experience.
Neglect, Abuse & Criminal Injury Claims
If you believe that you’ve been subject to wrongful police action, Irwin Mitchell can help you pursue a claim against the police force for compensation or damages.
Money can never entirely erase the distress caused by sexual, physical or emotional abuse. Even so, financial compensation can help victims of child abuse to rebuild and improve the quality of their lives.
If you have been attacked or assaulted in the UK in a criminal attack, Irwin Mitchell can look after you and take care of your legal requirements in pursuing a criminal injury claim for your injuries.
Abuse of the elderly does not just involve physical or sexual abuse. Elderly people can also be victims of financial abuse, such as the unauthorised accessing of money from accounts, or psychological abuse, such as bullying or neglect.
If you’ve been injured in a terrorist attack, we can give you comprehensive legal advice and represent you in claiming compensation for the trauma and injuries you experienced.