Can my wife claim compensation because of the effect my injuries have had on her?
I was the victim of a violent assault and was seriously injured. My wife had a breakdown as a result of the stress and had to take time off work. Can she claim victims’ compensation?
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Answer by Jo Wilson.
- No. Your wife is not entitled to claim victims’ compensation as a result of your injuries.
- A victim’s spouse can only claim victim’s compensation if the victim was murdered.