Assault
We deal with criminal injury compensation claims from people who have been physically or mentally injured because they were the blameless victim of an assault.
Assault
We deal with criminal injury compensation claims from people who have been physically or mentally injured because they were the blameless victim of an assault. You have been assaulted if a person tries to or physically strike you, or acts in a threatening manner to put fear of immediate harm.
Bodily Harm / Assault
There are various types of assault. It is important to know the difference and the different processes that you need to follow prior to making a claim.
Police Assault
Are you the victim of police assault, police brutality or other police misconduct? You may have a claim for damages if you have been injured due to the use of unreasonable force by the police, and you may be able to institute a personal injury claim against the South African Police Services.
Unlawful Arrest/Detention Without Trial
Police misconduct also includes unlawful arrest, or warrantless arrests, malicious prosecution, detention without trial, and illegal search and seizure.