Damage to physical integrity and the resulting harm to health is a relatively well-known phenomenon. Naturally, a victim is entitled to compensation for any health impairment. Today, in connection with criminal activity, the topic of psychological harm is increasingly discussed, as it can also be caused by a crime. A criminal act against a victim can result in mental suffering, which may leave extensive and deep impacts on the victim’s psyche. Even after physical injuries have healed, long-term trauma often persists. This article focuses specifically on psychological harm caused by criminal acts and the possibility of obtaining compensation for it.
Psychological harm represents non-material damage to the mental health of the victim caused by a criminal act. It is most often associated with situations where an individual struggles to cope with the consequences on their own, such as:
Moreover, with the growth of the digital world, this phenomenon increasingly occurs online and on social media, e.g.:
As a victim, you are entitled to compensation for the consequences directly related to the crime. Psychological harm may manifest as:
Claims for psychological harm can be distinguished according to the areas affected:
This is fair compensation for the persistent suffering caused by the criminal act. Claims focus on the “psychological scars” left in the individual after the crime and may include:
Most often, these claims are summarized in expert assessments under social functioning impairment and pain & suffering. Without an expert report, it is difficult for a victim to successfully pursue these claims (we can assist with this process).
Reimbursement for reasonably incurred treatment costs related to psychological harm is part of compensation for crime-related psychological harm. This can include:
It is important to note that expenses must objectively relate only to the consequences of the persistent psychological harm caused by the crime.
Medical Reports
Expert Reports
Additional Evidence
We protect and enforce the rights of victims in criminal proceedings. If you have suffered damage or other harm due to a crime, as a victim, you can assert your claims through the criminal process. In addition, as a victim of a crime, you are entitled to compensation for:
If you need advice or assistance in asserting your claims in criminal proceedings, do not hesitate to contact us. We can help you secure a legal representative who will obtain compensation on your behalf.
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