Possibilities to Obtain Compensation for Trafficked Persons in Austria

Possibilities to Obtain Compensation for Trafficked Persons in Austria

Possibilities to Obtain Compensation for Trafficked Persons in Austria

Primarily, this study comprehensively reviews compensation of damages claimed in criminal and civil court cases related to human trafficking and reveals legal options according to the Labour Law (Arbeitsrecht) and the Victims of Crime Act (Verbrechensopfergesetz). Following a presentation of the legal options, case analyses will demonstrate the practice of receiving compensation. The latter closes with conclusions and recommendations for further steps to be taken in the future in Austria.