In Burgos, Avenida Reyes Católicos is the main location for the judicial offices handling traffic accident claims. Public records confirm that the Courts of First Instance and the Civil Registry are located at Avda. Reyes Católicos, 51, 09005 Burgos, which is the standard venue for filing civil claims after an accident. For immediate police assistance following an accident, the Provincial Police Station is at Avda. Castilla y León, 3, 09006 Burgos, where complaints can be lodged and police reports (essential for claims) requested.
Compensation according to the 2024 scale: real figures and examples
The 2024 traffic compensation scale sets specific amounts for each type of injury or damage. For example, whiplash (cervical sprain) with 45 days of disability is compensated with approximately €3,200–€4,500, depending on severity and daily impact. For minor temporary injuries with 20 days of sick leave, compensation is around €1,400. In cases of humerus fracture with 60 days off work and minor sequelae, the amount can exceed €7,500. These figures vary according to the number of affected days, the presence of sequelae, and documented medical expenses.
- Basic personal damage: €35.71/day
- Moderate personal damage: €61.89/day
- Serious personal damage: €89.35/day
- Very serious personal damage: €119.03/day
The scale also allows for the recovery of medical, rehabilitation, and proven material costs.
How to claim compensation for a traffic accident in Burgos?
The process to claim for personal or material damages in Burgos usually starts with an out-of-court claim to the insurer, which has 3 months to issue a motivated offer (Article 7, Law 35/2015). If the offer is insufficient or rejected, a lawsuit can be filed with the Courts of First Instance of Burgos, located at Avda. Reyes Católicos, 51, 09005 Burgos. The deadline for a civil action is 1 year from the stabilization of injuries (Article 1968.2, Civil Code).
Claims may follow criminal proceedings if there are signs of an offence (e.g., drunk driving), but most minor injury or material damage cases proceed via civil courts. In Burgos, police reports are requested from the Provincial Police Station (Avda. Castilla y León, 3), and it is advisable to provide independent medical expert reports to prove the extent of injuries.
Why trust our law firm in Burgos with your claim?
Our Burgos-based firm collaborates with independent medical experts to objectively assess your injuries and defend your rights in negotiations with insurers or before the courts. We have experience in both out-of-court settlements and litigation in the city’s courts. We offer in-person and online consultations in Burgos, adapting to your needs. The initial consultation is without obligation, so you can assess your case with clear, updated information on the compensation scale and procedures in Burgos.
