assaults abroad
free initial consultation
Contact us on 023 8085 7423 or e-mail us at travelinfo@bllaw.co.uk
no win, no fee
If you enter into a ‘no win no fee’ agreement, there is no cost
to you in perusing the claim, win or lose.
If you have suffered an assault or any other violent crime
abroad, we can assist you to claim compensation, and protect your
interests in any criminal proceedings.
Blake Lapthorn has a large team of specialist lawyers with
foreign language skills and familiarity with the different national
legal systems in different countries. We are also linked to agents
all over the world, via TAGlaw, enabling
us to enforce your rights, and ensure you are represented in legal
proceedings.
compensation for victims of assault
In England, victims of crime can claim compensation from the
Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority, regardless of whether the
offender is identified or convicted. In other countries there may
be similar national bodies from which you can claim compensation.
We will be able to advise you about these schemes or whether you
will need to bring your claim against an individual.
where can I bring my claim?
Usually the claim will be brought in the country where the
offender lives, or where the incident occurs. In some
situations it is possible to bring the claim in the UK against the
tour operator.
how quickly should I claim?
The laws on time limits vary from country to country, so we
advise that you contact us as soon as possible so that we can
ensure your claim is brought within any relevant time limits and
your interests protected.
funding your claim – the best option for
you
We will discuss all funding options with you, most personal
injury claims can be persued at no cost to you. You may have legal
expenses insurance on your travel insurance, house insurance, or on
your car insurance. Trade union membership sometimes includes legal
expenses insurance. Alternatively, your claim may be eligible for
our ‘no win no fee’ arrangement.
case studies
Please click here for travel and accident abroad case
studies.
For further information, please contact Daniel Scognamiglio in the
Travel team by telephone 023 8085 7423 or email daniel.scognamiglio@bllaw.co.uk
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