In Jerez de la Frontera, legal proceedings related to traffic accidents are handled by the Civil Section of the Tribunal de Instancia, located at Avda. Tomás García Figueras, 14 (Postal Code 11407), according to the official directory of the General Council of the Judiciary. This venue is crucial for those who have suffered an accident in the city and need to claim compensation, as all civil claims for traffic accidents are filed with this judicial body.
Compensation for accidents: real examples according to the 2024 compensation table
The amount of compensation after a traffic accident in Jerez de la Frontera is calculated according to the national table, updated annually. For example, a person suffering from whiplash with 45 days off work and 10 days of disability could receive between €3,200 and €4,500, depending on the degree of aftereffects and recovery period. For more serious injuries, such as a femur fracture with 90 days of hospitalization and 30 days off work, the table may set compensation between €12,000 and €18,000, including basic personal damage, moderate damage, and sequelae. In case of death, compensation for immediate family members starts at €70,000 and can exceed €200,000 depending on personal and family circumstances. These calculations are based on the official 2024 traffic compensation tables.
Step-by-step claims procedure in Jerez de la Frontera
The process to claim compensation for a traffic accident in Jerez de la Frontera begins with notifying the insurance company, which has a three-month period to make a reasoned offer. If the offer is unsatisfactory or if the company fails to respond within the deadline, a civil claim can be filed with the Civil Section of the Tribunal de Instancia of Jerez de la Frontera, located at Avda. Tomás García Figueras, 14. The legal deadline for filing the claim is one year from the stabilization of injuries, not from the date of the accident. If there are indications of a crime (for example, drunk driving or hit and run), criminal proceedings are initiated at the Court of Instruction at the same address, but in most cases, the claim is civil. In addition, to properly quantify injuries, it is common to engage an independent medical expert who provides an objective report on the injuries and damages suffered.
What our law firm offers in Jerez de la Frontera
Our firm, with proven experience in handling traffic accidents in Jerez de la Frontera and throughout Spain, defends your rights before insurance companies and local courts. We collaborate with independent medical experts to obtain a rigorous assessment of injuries and damages, enabling us to technically substantiate each claim. Our services include negotiation with insurance companies and, if necessary, filing a lawsuit in the courts of Jerez. We offer face-to-face attention in the city as well as online consultations for your convenience, adapting to each client's needs. The initial consultation is without obligation, so you can learn about your rights and assess the viability of your case with no commitment.
