Compensation

So I applied for compensation for an indecent assault that happened to me, by someone in my chain of command, whilst I was in basic training. I should also mention that I was only 17 at the time, so technically a child.

I applied to the Defence Force ombudsman for compensation. It took them 18 months to come to a decision and they said it would take Defence a further 7 months to come to a decision.
I did report the abuse at the time that it happened so this is pretty open and shut. However, I am still waiting to hear something back. Haven’t heard anything since October last year.
I have read about @TAB ’s experience and it sounds like the Army are trying hard not to pay any compensation so I will be surprised if this comes out in my favour.