You Were Hurt Assaulted Or Attacked By A Bailiff

If so, the bailiff broke the law, and you can seek compensation under Paragraphs 24(2) and 31(5) of Schedule 12 of the Tribunals, Courts and Enforcement Act 2007. Report the incident to the police and file a personal injury claim. If there is a medical emergency, dial 999.

Even if the police consider the crime a civil matter, it's crucial to note when you report it to them. This simple act can empower you if you decide to take action against the police later.

On 15 July 2013, the Crime and Courts Act 2013 amended the law and banned bailiffs from using force or violence against people to enforce unpaid debts.

You can also seek compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA).

If you claim mental distress from bailiff action, ask your doctor to fill out an MALG (Money Advice Liaison Group) Evidence form. This form is designed to provide a detailed account of your mental health condition and how it has been affected by the incident with the bailiff. You can obtain this form from your doctor's surgery or the MALG website.

You can still claim if a previous injury was made worse by the bailiff or if a child or another person in your household was hurt.

Act immediately:

Go to A & E or dial 999 for an ambulance to get medical help.

Write down what happened in your own words while it's fresh - don't rely on memory.

Collect information quickly:

Note the name of the creditor or council the bailiff was working for.

Find out the full name of the bailiff and their company online.

Record the bailiff company's name and address.

Describe the bailiff physically, like their height, hair, and accent.

Note the date, time, and place of the incident.

Document your injuries, including any medical reports.

Write a detailed account of what happened in order.

Then:

Report the incident to the police, even if they say it's a civil matter.

Begin a claim with the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority.

Start a Personal Injury claim.

If you need assistance with writing a witness statement and a 'skeleton argument' for the court, which outlines the enforcement rules and criminal laws the bailiff breached, I can help. I offer a low-cost phone consultation to review your case, identify the grounds of your claim, and assess your claim value. I can prepare your victim impact statement if you want to bring a personal injury claim.