In Jaén, traffic accidents occurring around Avenida Ejército Español and Calle Arquitecto Berges—two of the city's main thoroughfares, where both the Provincial National Police Headquarters and the main courts are located—generate significant judicial activity related to claims for injuries and property damage. The proximity of key judicial bodies on Calle Arquitecto Berges (Court Dean and Courts of First Instance) and Avenida Ejército Español (Court of Instance, Plaza nº 1) streamlines the processing of civil and criminal proceedings arising from accidents in these busy urban areas.
Traffic accident compensation according to the 2024 scale: specific figures
The 2024 traffic compensation scale sets updated amounts for injuries in traffic accidents. For example:
- Post-traumatic cervicalgia (whiplash) with 45 days of total disability and 15 non-disabling days is compensated with approximately €3,200–€4,500.
- Radius fracture requiring surgery, 60 days off work, and a mild functional after-effect: between €8,500 and €11,000.
- Injury with mild aesthetic sequela (visible facial scar): the additional range can be between €1,800 and €3,000, depending on visibility and psychological impact.
These figures are indicative and may vary depending on severity, duration of disability, and the existence of sequelae, according to the assessment table for personal injury in Law 35/2015 and its annual updates.
Legal procedure in Jaén: steps, deadlines, and competent courts
The process for claiming compensation in Jaén typically begins with submitting a prior claim to the liable insurer, which has three months to issue a reasoned offer. If the response is unsatisfactory or not received, the next step is judicial proceedings.
In Jaén city, civil claims must be filed at the Courts of First Instance located at Calle Obispo Alonso Suárez, 3 (CP 23008) or Calle Arquitecto Berges, 16 and 28 (CP 23007), depending on allocation and matter. For cases involving possible criminal offenses (e.g., drink-driving), complaints are processed at the Section of Instruction of the Court of Instance, Plaza nº 1, Avenida Ejército Español, 7.
The period for bringing a civil action is one year from the stabilization of injuries. It is crucial to gather medical reports and police statements, which can be obtained at the Provincial National Police Headquarters in Jaén (C/ Arquitecto Berges, 11).
Our approach: independent medical experts, experience, and integrated service in Jaén
We collaborate with independent medical experts to assess the real extent of injuries and defend your rights both out of court and in court. We have proven experience negotiating with insurers and handling proceedings before the courts of Jaén, as well as cases throughout Spain.
We offer face-to-face consultations in Jaén and the possibility of online consultations for your convenience. The initial consultation is no-obligation, during which we assess the viability of your case and inform you of the steps to take and the necessary documentation.
