Gemma Harmison

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for severe injuries, including a traumatic brain injury, sustained during a suspected violent robbery by unknown assailants.

The Board found on a balance of probabilities that the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence.

Considering the severity of the injuries, the lengthy hospitalization, and the exacerbation of pre-existing conditions, the Board awarded the maximum allowable lump sum of $25,000 for pain and suffering.

The applicant, a police officer, applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for pain and suffering compensation after being assaulted by an offender during an arrest.

The applicant suffered a dislocated left shoulder and underwent physiotherapy, resulting in a temporary period of impairment.

The Board found the applicant eligible for compensation under section 5(b) of the Compensation for Victims of Crime Act and awarded $2,000 for pain and suffering.

The applicant, a police officer, applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for compensation after being assaulted by a suspect during a break and enter.

The suspect attempted to disarm the officer and caused various soft tissue injuries.

The Board found the applicant eligible for compensation under section 5(b) of the Compensation for Victims of Crime Act.

The Board awarded $3,000 for pain and suffering but denied claims for travel expenses and lost vacation days, noting the availability of WSIB coverage and the lack of actual loss.

The Applicant applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for pain and suffering compensation following an assault while working as a hotel security guard.

The offender punched the Applicant in the face, resulting in soft tissue injuries.

The Board rejected the Applicant's claim that he suffered new facial fractures, finding based on medical evidence that the fractures were pre-existing.

The Board awarded the Applicant $2,000 for pain and suffering.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board after being assaulted by a stranger outside her home.

The offender punched the applicant in the jaw, causing soft tissue injuries and subsequent psychological distress, including anxiety and sleep difficulties.

The Board found the applicant eligible for compensation and awarded $4,500 for pain and suffering, plus $400 for legal costs.

Claims for physiotherapy, dental expenses, and income loss were denied due to lack of evidence connecting them to the assault or because the applicant received sick pay benefits.