OCICB 2017

The Applicant, a police officer, sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for injuries sustained when an offender intentionally rammed his police cruiser during a high-speed pursuit.

The offender was convicted of flight while pursued by a peace officer.

The Board found the Applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under the Compensation for Victims of Crime Act and awarded $7,000 for physical and psychological pain and suffering.

The applicant, a correctional officer, applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for compensation after being assaulted by an inmate.

The inmate head-butted the applicant, causing him to strike his head against a wall and suffer a concussion.

The Board found that the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under section 5(a) of the Compensation for Victims of Crime Act, despite the criminal charges against the inmate still being pending.

The Board awarded the applicant $6,000 for pain and suffering.

The Applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for injuries sustained during an unprovoked assault and robbery.

The Applicant was stabbed three times in the back, resulting in a punctured lung, and suffered ongoing psychological trauma.

The Board found that the Applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under the Compensation for Victims of Crime Act.

The Board awarded $9,000 for pain and suffering, along with compensation for medical expenses and loss of income, totaling $11,815.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for injuries sustained when an unidentified individual struck him in the eye with a beer bottle at a bar.

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

The applicant suffered severe eye injuries requiring multiple surgeries and resulting in vision loss.

The Board awarded $9,000 for pain and suffering but denied the claim for loss of income due to a lack of supporting documentation.

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

The applicant, a senior citizen, was kicked in the legs by two unknown individuals, resulting in bruising, bleeding, and the subsequent development of blood clots requiring medication.

The Board found that the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence (assault causing bodily harm) and awarded $6,000 for pain and suffering, plus $50 for out-of-pocket treatment expenses.

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

The offender punched the applicant in the face, causing an orbital bone fracture, concussion, and exacerbation of pre-existing depression, and was subsequently convicted of assault causing bodily harm.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under the Compensation for Victims of Crime Act and awarded $6,000 for pain and suffering, plus $400 for legal costs.

The applicant, a correctional officer, applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for compensation after an inmate threw a cup of unknown bodily fluids at her face and body.

The applicant claimed compensation for emotional injuries, travel expenses, and loss of income.

The Board found that the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence (assaulting a peace officer) and awarded $2,000 for pain and suffering and $663.20 for travel expenses.

The claim for loss of income was denied because the applicant received WSIB benefits and did not sustain an actual wage loss.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for injuries sustained during an unprovoked assault and robbery by two unknown offenders.

The applicant suffered a broken jaw, broken nose, and broken teeth after being punched in the face while attempting to retrieve his stolen phone.

The Board found that the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under section 5(a) of the Compensation for Victims of Crime Act.

The Board awarded the applicant $5,000 for pain and suffering.

The applicant, a police officer, sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for injuries sustained while arresting an offender who was damaging a vehicle.

The offender violently resisted arrest, causing injuries to the applicant's right arm and elbow.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under s. 5(b) of the Act, relying on the offender's conviction for assaulting a peace officer.

The Board awarded $2,000 for pain and suffering but declined to award compensation for a missed gym membership and cottage construction costs, as they were not related to medical treatment.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board after being assaulted and threatened by a neighbour in a parking lot dispute.

The offender was subsequently convicted of assault and uttering threats.

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

Considering the physical injuries, including a cut hand and bruising, as well as the exacerbation of pre-existing psychological issues, the Board awarded the applicant $3,000 for pain and suffering.

The applicant, a police officer, applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for compensation after being assaulted while arresting an offender.

The applicant was stabbed with a used needle and suffered a broken hand, requiring surgery and time off work.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under section 5(b) of the Act and awarded $8,000 for pain and suffering.

The Applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for injuries sustained during an unprovoked aggravated assault.

The offender punched the Applicant in the face, causing him to fall and strike his head, resulting in facial trauma, broken teeth, and psychological injuries.

The Board found the Applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under the Compensation for Victims of Crime Act.

The Board awarded $9,000 for pain and suffering and $8,456.03 for dental, ambulance, and photocopying expenses, for a total award of $17,456.03.

The applicant filed a claim for compensation with the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board.

Prior to the scheduled hearing, the applicant's authorized representative advised the Board that the applicant would not be proceeding with the claim and would not attend.

The Board proceeded in the applicant's absence pursuant to section 7(1) of the Statutory Powers Procedure Act and dismissed the application as withdrawn.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for physical and psychological injuries sustained during an unprovoked assault by an intoxicated stranger.

The offender punched the applicant repeatedly after the applicant asked him to keep the noise down, resulting in a broken nose, traumatic brain injury, and PTSD.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence and awarded $10,000 for pain and suffering, $3,571.93 for income loss, and $2,400 for future counselling, totaling $15,971.93.

The Applicant applied to the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for compensation after being violently assaulted by his son, who was subsequently convicted of aggravated assault.

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

The Applicant suffered severe injuries, including facial fractures, broken ribs, and permanent vision impairment.

The Board awarded $11,000 for pain and suffering and pre-authorized $2,858 for future dental care, for a total award of $13,858.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board after being assaulted by her stepson.

The stepson had been arguing with and beating the applicant's husband, and when the applicant tried to intervene and help her husband escape, the stepson pushed her down the stairs.

The applicant suffered a twisted knee, wrist injury, head contusion, and ongoing psychological trauma including nightmares.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under section 5(a) of the Act, despite the stepson not being convicted of assaulting her specifically.

The Board awarded $5,000 for pain and suffering and pre-authorized $1,200 for future counselling expenses.

The Applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board after being assaulted at a house party when an acquaintance threw a glass at his face.

The Applicant sustained facial lacerations and psychological injuries, including PTSD symptoms.

The Board found the Applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under the Act, relying on the offender's criminal conviction for assault causing bodily harm.

The Board awarded $5,000 for pain and suffering and $10 for medical record costs, but denied claims for broken eyeglasses and an ambulance bill due to lack of receipts and statutory coverage.

The applicant sought compensation for pain and suffering after being stabbed during a home invasion.

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

However, the Board denied compensation under sections 17(1) and 17(2) of the Compensation for Victims of Crime Act, finding that the applicant's involvement in the drug culture contributed to the incident and that he unreasonably failed to cooperate with the police investigation, which resulted in the withdrawal of criminal charges against the alleged offenders.

The 82-year-old applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for injuries sustained during a home invasion perpetrated by her step great-grandson.

The offender was convicted of multiple offences including assault causing bodily harm and robbery.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence under the Compensation for Victims of Crime Act.

The Board awarded $12,000 for pain and suffering and $420 for chiropractor expenses, but denied claims for a security system, moving costs, and unverified income loss.

The applicant sought compensation from the Criminal Injuries Compensation Board for physical and emotional injuries sustained during an unprovoked assault in a washroom.

The offender punched the applicant from behind, resulting in a broken jaw that required surgery and metal plates.

The offender was convicted of assault causing bodily harm.

The Board found the applicant was a victim of a crime of violence and awarded $6,000 for pain and suffering, $91.61 for prescription drugs, and $1,150 for loss of income, for a total award of $7,241.61.