Website of the US Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), the official body responsible for funding state compensation schemes for crime victims, supporting them and promoting their rights and contributing to the development of policy. It provides a large amount of information for victims, professionals who work with them and those carrying out research in the area. The site explains the organisation and work of the OVC and makes available its reports to Congress (1996 onwards). There is detailed guidance about applying for funding and organising events.
The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) deals with compensation claims from people who have been physically or mentally injured because they were the blameless victim of a violent crime in England, Scotland or Wales. CICA is an executive agency, sponsored by the Ministry of Justice. Its webpages, hosted by the official website Gov.UK, gives access to its reports and other publications.
The Motor Accident Solicitors Society (MASS) is a membership organisation for solicitors specialising in road accident claims. MASS also provides legal advice for people who have been victims of road traffic accidents and those involved in motor accident compensation claims. The site provides contact details for members of MASS using a clickable map of the UK regions. Advice on the site includes a checklist for accident victims, a guide to who pays the cost of legal advice and a glossary of legal terms. A section of the website is reserved for members only.
Website of the First-tier Tribunal (War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation) which hears appeals relating to the schemes that provide compensation for injuries in the Armed Forces and from ex¹servicemen or women who have had their claims for a War Pension rejected by the Secretary of State for Defence. The site has forms and guidance to download explaining how to claim a war pension and how to appeal against decisions.
Website of the Social Security and Child Support Appeals Tribunal (SSCSA). The Tribunal deals with disputes relating to a number of benefits including Attendance Allowance, Carer's Allowance, Universal Credit and Vaccine Damage Payment. The site describes the role and work of the SSCSA providing key documents including annual reports, business plans, leaflets and a copy of The Benchbook which provides procedural guidance. Documents are given in PDF format. There is also guidance on how to appeal and an enquiry form to download.
