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Newsgroups:
nz.general Subject: In this
morning's mail Date: Mon, 7 Jan
2002 19:49:31 +1300 "Victims of
sexual abuse have a legal right to ACC financial compensation" "You may be
entitled to a lump sum of up to $25,000 and ongoing payments valued in excess
of $150,000" "Sexual
abuse may take the form of rape, incest, violation or assault. Whatever the form of abuse suffered, the
consequences and effects of the abuse can be ongoing. Symptoms can include for example loss of
self-esteem, depression, anxiety, irritability and concentration
difficulties. Many people that have
suffered from abuse are not aware of their entitlement to relief and
compensation. We can assist by
assessing options for entitlement and assisting with claim lodgement with
ACC. Although a
financial award can never alter the fact that the abuse has occurred, a lump
sum payment or ongoing payments may assist in the recovery process. It is important
to be aware that an abused person need fear no repercussions from the abuser
in making a claim. The abuse does
not have to have been reported to the Police. The abuser does
not have to be named. If you believe
that you may be entitled to compensation fill out the attached freepost form
and return it to us. We will then
advise you of the appropriate steps to take.
Your information will be completely confidential to the claims
process. Our fee for
advising and representing you is
25% (plus GST) of any resulting
lump sum plus all of any first quarterly payment made by ACC. If your claim is unsuccessful, there is no
charge. If you would like us to pursue a claim on your behalf fill in the
freepost form (attached) and return it to us as soon as
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