Crime will not pay

CICA Scheme is to be overhauled. Criminals will only be able to claim compensation for being victims of crime in "exceptional circumstances", under proposals by the justice secretary, Mr Ken Clarke. This if after the annual costs of the taxpayer funded scheme trebled to nearly £300m since 1997.

The proposed reforms include:

1. Criminals to contribute more towards the scheme. Payment of "victim surcharges" by more offenders, and higher fines for driving offences, will it is hoped raise £50m for victims.
2. To stop criminals claiming for injuries and psychological damage.
3. Claims for minor injuries under the scheme for people in England, Wales and Scotland would also be restricted under the plans.
4. A person with a criminal record will only be able to claim compensation in exceptional circumstances. This could include, for example, a minor offender who is very seriously injured or a criminal who prevents someone else being attacked.

Over the past decade, 20,000 people with criminal records have been paid more than £75m, including a rapist and a person convicted of two killings.

R&N 30th Anniversary Charity Ball

We are delighted to announce our 30th Birthday Celebration on Saturday 2nd June 2012 exactly 30 years to the day from when we first opened our doors.

Our 30th Birthday Ball will be held in a grand traditional Marquee at the stunning location of Colney Hall, Norwich.

This promises to be one of the most lavish events Norwich has ever seen.

The design & decor will be spectacular and Brasteds have been employed to create, prepare and serve an exquisite 4 course dinner.

Invitations will follow in the next few weeks. However, if you would like to reserve tickets please contact me as soon as possible as these are sure to be in great demand. Tickets are priced at £60 per person & will include a Champagne Reception, a 4 course meal with wine, coffee & mints & live music.

All profits & proceeds will benefit Nelsons Journey - a local charity helping Norfolk children cope with bereavement.

Graham Knights
Practice Manager
Rogers & Norton

gjk@rogers-norton.co.uk

01603 675618

Special pantomime party for bereaved children

http://www.eveningnews24.co.uk/news/norwich_solicitors_rogers_and_norton_stage_special_pantomime_party_for_bereaved_children_1_1179100

Directors Liabilities and Duties - how to stay out of trouble!

We are hosting a FREE workshop entitled "Directors Liabilities and Duties - how to stay out of trouble!" at our office at Willow Lane, Norwich on Tues 10th Jan 2012 at 4:30pm.  If you would like to attend please email Simon Kerrison.