Victims of Criminal Acts- Violent Crime
ASSAULT & BATTERY, SEXUAL ASSAULTS/RAPES


Monetary compensation for crime victims is available from a variety of sources. The state has a crime victims compensation program, for example, which provides financial assistance to victims. This can include covering various expenses in amounts up to $10,000.00.

Other sources of compensation include civil remedies, including the filing of claims against those who may share legal responsibility for the harm incurred by the victim. These include various owners of property, such as shopping malls, hotels, motels, and parking garages. Landlords may be responsible for legal damages. Security companies and other independent contractors may be liable.

If you or a loved one is the victim of violent crime, you may have legal rights to consider. Please feel free to contact our firm for a free, initial consultation.

For further information:

Georgia Crime Victims Compensation Program

Georgia Victims Service Directory

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