Jo-Anne Hughes

The applicant sought funding for bereavement counselling for her son following the death of his brother, who was killed by the accidental discharge of a firearm.

The offender pled guilty to manslaughter.

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Board found that the deceased was a victim of a crime of violence and awarded up to $1,800 for future counselling expenses for the child.

The applicant sought funding for bereavement counselling following the death of his brother, who was killed by the accidental discharge of a firearm.

The offender pled guilty to manslaughter.

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Board found that the victim was a victim of a crime of violence under the Act and that the applicant was eligible for bereavement counselling.

The Board awarded up to $2,400 for future counselling expenses.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for mental and nervous shock and bereavement counselling following the death of his brother, who was killed by the accidental discharge of a firearm.

The Board found that the applicant, who witnessed the immediate aftermath of the incident at the hospital, suffered a recognizable psychiatric illness as a result.

The Board awarded the applicant $7,000 for pain and suffering and pre-authorized $2,400 for future counselling expenses.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for bereavement counselling and for mental or nervous shock following the death of his brother, who was killed by the accidental discharge of a firearm.

The Board found the brother was a victim of a crime of violence and awarded the applicant up to $1,800 for future bereavement counselling.

However, the Board dismissed the claim for mental or nervous shock because the applicant failed to provide medical evidence of a recognizable psychiatric illness.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for mental and nervous shock and bereavement counselling following the death of her son, who was killed by the accidental discharge of a firearm.

The Board found that the applicant met the legal test for mental and nervous shock, having witnessed the immediate aftermath of the incident at the hospital and suffering a recognizable psychiatric illness as a result.

The Board awarded the applicant $9,000 for pain and suffering and pre-authorized $2,400 for future bereavement counselling.

The applicant filed a claim for compensation but failed to connect to the scheduled e-hearing.

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Board proceeded in the applicant's absence and dismissed the application as abandoned without deciding the merits.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board after being violently assaulted by a stranger at a bar.

The applicant, an innocent bystander, was punched in the face with brass knuckles and stabbed in the back while attempting to escort the offender out of the premises.

The offender subsequently pled guilty to aggravated assault.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under section 5(a) of the Act and awarded $9,000 for pain and suffering.

The applicant, a police officer, applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for compensation after breaking his finger during an altercation with an offender resisting arrest.

The offender subsequently pled guilty to resisting arrest.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under the Act.

The Board awarded $4,000 for pain and suffering and $281.60 for travel expenses, for a total award of $4,281.60.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board after being severely injured in an apartment fire intentionally set by an alleged offender who died at the scene.

The applicant suffered smoke inhalation, cardiac arrest, and renal failure, requiring extensive hospitalization and rehabilitation.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence (arson) under section 5(a) of the Act.

The Board awarded the applicant $11,000.00 for pain and suffering.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board after being assaulted by an individual who stole his bicycle.

The applicant pursued the offender and was punched in the face, resulting in facial injuries and the exacerbation of a pre-existing heart condition and psychological issues.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under section 5(a) of the Act, despite the lack of a criminal conviction.

The Board awarded $6,000 for pain and suffering and $45 for ambulance expenses.

The applicant, a correctional officer, applied for compensation after being assaulted by an inmate at a detention centre.

The offender punched the applicant in the head, causing bruising, swelling, and headaches, and later pled guilty to assaulting a peace officer.

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under the Act.

The Board awarded $4,000 for pain and suffering but denied the claim for income loss due to a lack of medical documentation supporting the inability to work.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board after being assaulted and robbed by unknown individuals in a park.

The applicant sustained broken ribs, a punctured lung, and developed pneumonia, requiring hospitalization and intubation.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under section 5(a) of the Compensation for Victims of Crime Act, despite the lack of a criminal conviction.

The Board awarded the applicant $7,000 for pain and suffering.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for bereavement counselling following the death of his sister.

The Board had previously granted an interim order for $1,500 to cover initial counselling sessions.

A written hearing was scheduled to determine if further funding was warranted, but the applicant failed to provide the requested therapy report or any supporting documentation.

Consequently, the Board denied the request for additional funding and dismissed the claim as abandoned.

The applicant, acting through the Public Guardian and Trustee, sought compensation on behalf of a victim who was assaulted by an unknown assailant, resulting in the loss of his right eye.

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Board found that the victim was a victim of a crime of violence under section 5(a) of the Act, despite the lack of a conviction.

The Board awarded $8,000 for pain and suffering, noting the significant physical and emotional impact of the injury.

The Board also awarded $40 for medical record expenses but declined to reimburse costs for police records and legal fees.

The applicant, a court officer, sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board after being assaulted by an inmate who was resisting being handcuffed.

The applicant suffered muscle strains to her shoulder, back, and neck, requiring time off work and therapy.

Although the criminal charges against the alleged offender were dismissed, the Board found on a balance of probabilities that a crime of violence occurred.

The Board awarded the applicant $4,000 for pain and suffering.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for injuries sustained during an unprovoked assault at a bus station.

The offender punched and tripped the applicant, resulting in head pain, a laceration, and bruising, and was subsequently convicted of assault.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under section 5(a) of the Compensation for Victims of Crime Act and awarded $2,000 for pain and suffering.

Claims for massage therapy and travel expenses were denied due to a lack of supporting medical documentation.

The Applicant, a janitor, was assaulted by an intruder at a subway station, resulting in a broken wrist, a broken rib, and other injuries.

The offender was convicted of assault causing bodily harm.

The Criminal Injuries Compensation Board found the Applicant to be a victim of a crime of violence under the Act.

The Board assessed compensation for pain and suffering at $6,000, but deducted $962.09 previously received from the WSIB, resulting in a total award of $5,037.91.

The Applicant applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for compensation after being assaulted by an offender while intervening in an assault on her daughter.

The Applicant suffered a broken nose, bruises, and exacerbated anxiety.

The Board found the Applicant was a victim of a crime of violence and awarded $5,000 for pain and suffering and $1,200 for future counselling expenses.

The Applicant, a police officer, applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for compensation after his left pinky finger was dislocated by an unruly offender resisting arrest.

The offender was convicted of assaulting a peace officer.

The Board found the Applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under section 5(a) of the Act.

Considering the injury was the Applicant's sixth dislocation of that finger in 20 years, and the emotional impact of temporary desk duty and missed social activities, the Board awarded $500 for pain and suffering.

The applicant, a police officer, sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board after being assaulted by an offender during an arrest.

The offender punched the applicant, causing him to fall and dislocate his shoulder, and was subsequently convicted of assaulting a peace officer.

The Board found that the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under the Act.

Considering the medical evidence and the impact on the applicant's work and daily life, the Board awarded $5,000 for pain and suffering.