When you’ve been hurt by a criminal act, getting compensation can feel like an impossible task. At Soul Legal, we support victims of crime across Perth, walking you through every step of the claims process with care and real expertise.
Our directors, Kevin Wong and Rebecca Sorgiovanni, have more than 75 years of combined experience in personal injury and compensation law. Kevin has worked in this area since 1991, and Rebecca since 1997. With this level of knowledge, your criminal injury claim is in the hands of lawyers who know the Criminal Injuries Compensation Act 2003 (WA) inside and out — and who know how to get you every dollar you’re entitled to.
We offer a No Win, No Fee arrangement for claims with merit. That means you pay nothing unless we win compensation for you. If your case is successful, most legal fees are usually covered by the other side. Any small gap left over is taken from your settlement payout at the end of your matter.
Soul Legal is the trusted legal representative of the Local Government Racing and Cemeteries Employees Union, established in 1903. Our proven track record spans thousands of successful compensation claims, totalling millions of dollars in awards for victims of crime across Western Australia.
Soul Legal’s criminal injury compensation claim lawyers in Perth help victims of crime seek the justice and financial recovery they deserve. If you’ve been hurt because of a criminal act in Western Australia, you may have the right to claim compensation for physical injuries, psychological trauma, mental or nervous shock, or pregnancy resulting from the offence. Our experienced personal injury team will guide you through every step of the claims process with care and commitment.
Assault and Violence Related Claims
We act for victims of unprovoked attacks, including coward punch incidents, domestic violence, and assaults in public places such as pubs, nightclubs, and on the street. If you were physically harmed in an act of violence — whether at a venue, in a car park, or in your own home — our crime injury solicitors in Perth can review your case, assess your eligibility, and fight to get you the compensation you’re owed.
Sexual Offences
Survivors of sexual assault and abuse need legal support that is both skilled and compassionate. Our team handles every sexual offence compensation claim with complete discretion and sensitivity, protecting your privacy at every stage. We work closely with you to build a strong claim so you can receive the compensation you are entitled to.
Armed Robbery and Home Invasion
Being the victim of an armed robbery or home invasion can leave deep emotional and psychological scars, on top of any physical injuries. Our criminal injury lawyers help you claim compensation for both the immediate harm and the long-term impact these traumatic events have on your daily life, mental health, and sense of safety.
Workplace Criminal Acts
If you were assaulted or harmed at work, you may be able to claim through more than one pathway. Soul Legal can advise whether a criminal injuries compensation claim, a workers compensation claim, or both apply to your situation — ensuring no entitlement is overlooked. With over 34 years of experience in personal injury law, our team is well placed to identify every avenue of compensation available to you.
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Understanding what to expect makes a difficult time more manageable. Here is how Soul Legal guides you through your criminal injury compensation claim.
Step 1: Initial Assessment
Before your first consultation, we send you a secure upload link so you can share all relevant documents with us ahead of time. This allows our criminal injury compensation lawyers to review your police reports, medical records, hospital notes, and any other supporting evidence before we meet. During the consultation, we go through the facts of your case in detail and give you clear, straightforward advice on your rights and options under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Act 2003. We also explain our No Win, No Fee arrangement so you know exactly where you stand from day one.
Step 2: Building Your Case
Our personal injury lawyers work thoroughly to gather the evidence your claim needs to succeed. This includes obtaining detailed medical reports, coordinating with your treating doctors and health practitioners, and carefully documenting every loss and expense you’ve suffered as a result of the crime. We leave no stone unturned — identifying every category of compensation available to you, from physical injuries and psychological harm to lost income and ongoing treatment costs. A full and accurate assessment of your entitlements can often only be made once your injuries have stabilised and your doctors can provide a clear picture of your future needs.
Step 3: Lodging Your Application
Under Western Australian law, applications must be submitted to the Office of Criminal Injuries Compensation within three years of the incident. Our team prepares and lodges your application on your behalf, making sure all required documentation is complete, accurate, and persuasive. Importantly, you do not need the offender to have been charged or convicted to make a claim, your right to seek compensation exists regardless of the outcome of any criminal proceedings. If you’re unsure whether you’re still within the time limit, we recommend seeking legal advice as soon as possible to protect your rights.
Step 4: Negotiation and Resolution
Most claims are decided on paperwork alone, without needing you to attend a hearing. This helps reduce the risk of retraumatisation. If you need interim payments to cover medical treatment or other expenses while your application is being processed, we can request these on your behalf.
The current processing time at the Office of Criminal Injuries Compensation is around 12 months. For serious injuries, we may recommend waiting until your condition stabilises before finalising your claim. This helps ensure you receive full compensation for the ongoing impact on your life.
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75+ Years Combined Experience
Soul Legal’s Directors Kevin Wong, Rebecca Sorgiovanni, and their team bring over 75 years of combined experience in compensation law, helping injured people across Perth get the results they deserve.
Proven Track Record
Soul Legal has a proven track record, with thousands of successful claims and millions of dollars recovered in compensation for their clients.
Trusted By Local Government Workers
Soul Legal is proudly trusted by the Local Government Racing and Cemeteries Employees Union, established in 1903.
Victims of crime in Western Australia may be able to claim different types of compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Act 2003. How much you receive will depend on the severity of your injuries and the losses you have suffered.
Pain and Suffering
You can claim general damages for the physical pain, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life caused by the offence. This recognises the real and lasting impact that crime can have on your everyday wellbeing.
Medical and Treatment Expenses
Past and future medical costs that are not covered by Medicare or private health insurance can be included in your claim. This covers hospital stays, surgeries, rehabilitation, counselling, and any ongoing therapy you need as part of your recovery.
Lost Earnings
If your injuries stopped you from working, you may be able to claim for past and future loss of earning capacity. Our compensation lawyers calculate this carefully to reflect the true financial impact on your life.
Other Expenses
Travel costs to attend medical appointments, home modifications, and domestic help can also form part of your claim. For close relatives of someone killed as a result of a crime, funeral expenses and loss of financial support may also be claimed.
Learn more about compensation entitlements from the WA Department of Health and Safe Work Australia.
You may be entitled to criminal injury compensation if any of the following apply to you:
Even if the person who hurt you was never caught or convicted, you may still be eligible for compensation. The important thing is that the offence was reported to police. If you are unsure whether you qualify, our criminal injury compensation lawyers in Perth can assess your situation and advise you on your options.
Soul Legal is Perth’s Leading Personal Injury Compensation Law Firm
As experienced criminal injury compensation claim lawyers in Perth, Soul Legal has built a strong reputation as one of Western Australia’s leading personal injury law firms. Our clients regularly share positive feedback about their experience working with our team, and many of their stories can be found on our website.
Our commitment to every person who walks through our doors is built into our name. At Soul Legal, you are never just a number. We exist to serve you, and that belief shapes everything we do. From your first phone call to the resolution of your claim, you work directly with qualified lawyers who genuinely care about your outcome. We also offer home and hospital visits for clients who are unable to travel.
We are proud to be on the Legal Aid Panel, which means costs such as medical reports and other disbursements can often be covered for clients who are not in a financial position to pay these upfront. This removes another barrier to getting the legal help you need.
The Soul Legal difference is our client centred approach, combined with over 75 years of combined experience in compensation law and a strong focus on achieving the best possible result for you.
Soul Legal’s head office is located at Level 2, 22 St Georges Terrace in the Perth CBD, just minutes from Elizabeth Quay and the Perth Convention Centre. Our central location makes it easy to meet with our team if you work or live in the city.
We also have a branch office at 17 Baskerville Crescent in Baldivis, serving clients across Perth’s southern suburbs, including Rockingham, Mandurah, and surrounding areas.
For clients who cannot travel due to their injuries, our criminal injury compensation lawyers offer home and hospital visits. We come to you, so that distance or mobility challenges never stop you from getting the legal support you need.
Whether you are near Kings Park, in the heart of Northbridge, or anywhere across the Perth metropolitan area, get in touch with our personal injury team to arrange a consultation at a time and location that works for you.
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You must lodge your application within three years from the date of the offence. If more than three years have passed, you can apply for an extension by giving written reasons for the delay. We recommend getting legal advice as soon as possible to protect your rights.
No. You can make a criminal injuries compensation claim even if the offender has not been identified, charged, or convicted. The main requirement is that the offence was reported to police. The only exception is where someone was charged and then found not guilty for reasons other than mental impairment.
The maximum amount you can receive depends on the nature and severity of your injuries. Compensation is assessed per offence, and related offences that happened at the same time are treated as a single matter. Our criminal injury compensation claim lawyers in Perth can give you an estimate based on your specific situation.
The Office of Criminal Injuries Compensation currently takes around 12 months to process and finalise applications. If you need help with treatment costs or other urgent expenses in the meantime, interim payments can be requested while your claim is being handled.
Under our No Win, No Fee arrangement, you do not pay any legal fees unless your claim is successful. When you win, most fees are recovered from the defendant. Any shortfall is deducted from your settlement amount. Disbursements such as medical reports may be covered by Legal Aid if you are eligible.
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You do not have to face this alone. Soul Legal’s criminal injury compensation claim lawyers in Perth are ready to fight for the compensation you deserve. With 75 years of combined experience, a No Win, No Fee commitment, and a genuine focus on your wellbeing, we are here to help you move forward.
Contact Soul Legal today for your free, obligation free claims assessment. Let our experienced team review your case and explain your options. Whether you visit our East Perth office or we come to you, taking that first step is easier than you think.
Your path to compensation starts with one phone call.
*At Soul Legal we only charge fees in personal injury claims if you are successful settling your claim or have a successful judgment (excluding disbursements). A Defendant may be able to claim costs against you if successful in defending an action brought by you
