In Estepona, traffic accident claims requiring judicial intervention are handled at the courts located at Avenida Juan Carlos I, s/n (29680) and Avenida Puerta del Mar, 45, as listed in the official directory of the General Council of the Judiciary. These courts are the mandatory reference for any legal claim arising from accidents in the municipality, and numerous civil and criminal proceedings related to collisions and injuries have been processed there.
How much can you claim? Real examples according to the 2024 compensation table
The amount of compensation for a traffic accident in Estepona is calculated according to the 2024 Traffic Compensation Table. This system establishes specific compensation depending on the type of injury, recovery days, and any lasting effects:
- For example, a cervical strain (whiplash) involving 45 days of basic personal harm is compensated with approximately €1,305 (€29/day), with additional amounts for moderate harm days (€56.12/day) if there is work leave.
- In the case of a radius fracture requiring 60 days of recovery (30 of which prevent regular activities), compensation may range between €2,580 and €3,367, depending on severity and lasting effects.
- If there is a total temporary disability for 90 days after trauma, compensation can exceed €5,000, depending on the mix of basic, moderate, and serious harm days.
Furthermore, the 2024 table includes additional amounts for physical or psychological sequelae, moral damages, and justified medical expenses.
How does the claim process work in Estepona?
The first step after an accident in Estepona is to notify the insurance company, which has three months to make a reasoned compensation offer. If the offer is unsatisfactory or absent, judicial proceedings may be initiated.
In Estepona, the civil lawsuit must be filed at the Court of First Instance and Instruction located at Avda. Juan Carlos I, s/n or Avda. Puerta del Mar, 45, depending on court assignment. The time limit to claim is one year from the stabilization of injuries, not from the accident date. If there are signs of a criminal offense (e.g., DUI or serious injuries), criminal proceedings can also be started at these courts.
The main difference between civil and criminal proceedings lies in the facts: civil focuses on compensation, while criminal can entail criminal liability and is used if there are significant injuries or especially serious conduct.
What does this law firm offer in Estepona?
Our firm operates throughout Spain and has experience in managing traffic accident claims, both in out-of-court negotiations with insurance companies and in judicial proceedings before the courts of Estepona. We collaborate with independent medical experts to objectively assess injuries and permanent effects, strengthening the basis of your claim.
We offer in-person service in Estepona as well as online assistance, adapting to your needs. The initial consultation is without obligation: we analyze the viability of your case, calculate compensation according to the updated table, and plan the specific steps to follow before the local courts.
