Have you been attacked or abused either physically or verbally by a member of your family in the home environment? If so you have most likely been a victim of "domestic violence" or "domestic abuse". These are crimes, normally involving acts of violence, that occur in the home and are usually directed towards a woman by a spouse or partner.
However, domestic violence can affect men as well as women, children and aged members of the household. There can be verbval as well as non verbal abuse involved.
If you have suffered domestic violence or domestic abuse being directed towards you and have been left physically or mentally injured, then as the blameless victim of a violent crime you may be due compensation. The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority is a government organisation that pays out money on compensation claims.
If you think you could be due compensation, you should contact Family Law Southampton to get the best legal advice in Southampton, we will also provide confidential advice and instruction if you have any issues with domestic violence or domestic abuse.