In Santander, Avenida Pedro San Martín is a key landmark for both citizens and the administration of justice. The city's Courts of First Instance are located at the Las Salesas Judicial Complex, Avda. Pedro San Martín, s/n, 39010 Santander. This location is essential for processing traffic accident claims occurring in the city and its surroundings.
Compensation According to the 2024 Traffic Compensation Table: Concrete Figures
The 2024 Spanish traffic compensation table (baremo) sets out the monetary amounts for victims of road accidents. For instance, a whiplash injury with 45 days of medical leave can result in compensation ranging from €3,200 to €4,500, depending on severity and impact on daily life. In the case of a radius fracture requiring 60 days of recovery and 20 days of significant limitation, compensation may be between €5,000 and €6,000, including hospital days and rated permanent aftereffects.
For serious injuries, such as a femur fracture with hospitalization and permanent sequelae, compensation can exceed €20,000, depending on the victim's age and resulting functional limitations. The compensation table also provides additional amounts for aesthetic damage, moral damages, and rehabilitation costs.
Step-by-Step Claim Process for Traffic Accidents in Santander
The process begins by submitting a prior claim to the insurance company, including all medical documentation and reports certifying the injuries. The insurer has three months to issue a reasoned offer. If the response is unsatisfactory or not received, judicial proceedings may be initiated.
In Santander, civil claims for traffic accidents are filed with the Courts of First Instance, located at Avda. Pedro San Martín, s/n, 39010 Santander. The deadline for filing the claim is one year from the medical stabilization of injuries, which means the point at which full recovery or permanent aftereffects are established. If there are signs of a criminal offense (such as driving under the influence), the criminal route may be appropriate, with complaints processed by the criminal courts at the same judicial complex.
It is essential to keep medical reports, emergency records, police reports, and any documents proving the damage and its causal link to the accident, as these will be required both by the insurer and, if necessary, by the court.
What Our Law Firm Offers in Santander
As lawyers specializing in traffic accidents in Santander, we offer:
- Collaboration with independent medical experts to objectively assess injuries and sequelae.
- Extensive experience negotiating with insurance companies to defend our clients' rights under current regulations.
- Nationwide representation, allowing us to handle claims both in Santander and elsewhere if needed.
- In-person and online consultations in Santander, adapting to each client's needs.
- No-obligation initial consultation, where we analyze the viability of the claim and answer questions about the process.
We always act in accordance with the law and professional ethics, defending victims' rights to obtain fair compensation in line with the compensation table and the specific circumstances of each case in Santander.
