In Rivas-Vaciamadrid, Avenida José Hierro is one of the city’s main thoroughfares, concentrating most public services, including the Juzgado de Paz (Avenida José Hierro, 36), which handles judicial and civil registry functions for the municipality. This location is especially relevant for those involved in a traffic accident in Rivas-Vaciamadrid, as any civil claim related to minor accidents typically starts here, unless the matter must be processed at the Arganda del Rey judicial district.
Compensation According to the 2024 Traffic Damages Scale: Concrete Examples
Royal Legislative Decree 8/2004 and its subsequent updates regulate the system for assessing personal injuries in traffic accidents. The 2024 scale, published by the Dirección General de Seguros, provides specific figures:
- For days of basic personal injury: €37.06/day.
- For days of moderate injury (work leave): €64.25/day.
- For days of serious injury: €92.03/day.
- For very serious days: €123.55/day.
For example, a whiplash injury (cervical strain) with 30 days of moderate leave and 15 days of basic impairment may result in compensation of approximately €2,330 (30 x €64.25 + 15 x €37.06). If the injured party suffers a wrist fracture with 60 days of moderate leave and 20 basic days, the compensation would be around €4,595. These amounts may increase with sequelae, medical expenses, and property damage, according to independent medical reports.
Claiming Process: Step-by-Step in Rivas-Vaciamadrid
The process for claiming after a traffic accident in Rivas-Vaciamadrid usually starts with an out-of-court claim to the insurance company, which has three months to respond with a reasoned offer. If the response is insufficient or no agreement is reached, the next step is the judicial route:
- For moderate civil claims, the competent body is the Juzgado de Paz of Rivas-Vaciamadrid, located at Avenida José Hierro, 36. For higher-value matters or serious injuries, jurisdiction lies with the Courts of First Instance of Arganda del Rey.
- The deadline to file a lawsuit is one year from the stabilization of injuries, not from the accident date.
- If there are indications of a crime (reckless driving, DUI), criminal proceedings may be initiated, suspending civil deadlines until a final resolution is reached.
In all cases, it is essential to have an up-to-date medical report and, in many situations, an independent medical expert’s assessment to accurately quantify the damages suffered.
Legal Advice in Rivas-Vaciamadrid: What Our Law Firm Offers
Our firm provides in-person service in Rivas-Vaciamadrid and online nationwide. We collaborate with independent medical experts who can objectively assess injuries and sequelae, which is key to substantiating your claim. Our experience negotiating with insurance companies allows us to defend your rights for fair compensation according to the current scale. We act before the Juzgado de Paz of Rivas-Vaciamadrid, the Arganda del Rey courts, and anywhere in Spain.
Request your no-obligation initial consultation: we will analyze your case, review medical documentation, and inform you of the next steps, deadlines, and claim options. We do not advance expenses and always work in accordance with the ethical standards of the legal profession.
