In Torrevieja, claims arising from traffic accidents are processed at the Courts of First Instance located at Calle Patricio Zammit, 50 (03182). While the available evidence does not mention local accident statistics or specific black spots, it is relevant to know that all civil and criminal claims for injuries or material damages in the city are handled at this judicial venue, which centralizes the ordinary jurisdiction for traffic matters.
Compensation under the 2024 scale: concrete figures and examples
The 2024 traffic compensation scale regulates compensation for injuries and damages resulting from accidents. For example, a simple cervical sprain (whiplash) with 45 days of sick leave is compensated with approximately €3,200 to €4,500, depending on severity and the number of days off work. If the accident causes a radius fracture with 60 days of sick leave and 15 points of permanent injury, the total compensation can exceed €10,000, combining basic personal injury days (€35.71/day), moderate injury days (€54.30/day), and the assessment of permanent injuries (between €1,000 and €1,300 per point, depending on age and circumstances). In cases of temporary incapacity with hospitalization, the daily amount can rise to €77.61. These amounts are calculated according to the criteria set out in Law 35/2015 and the updated tables for 2024.
How to claim after a traffic accident in Torrevieja? Local step-by-step process
The usual procedure after an accident in Torrevieja is as follows:
- Prior claim to the insurer: You must report the incident and provide all medical and damage documentation as soon as possible.
- Reasoned offer: The insurer has a period of 3 months from your claim to issue a reasoned offer. If you are not satisfied or the offer does not arrive, you can go to court.
- Judicial proceedings in Torrevieja: If you decide to file a legal claim, it is submitted to the Courts of First Instance of Torrevieja (C/ Patricio Zammit, 50, 03182). The deadline to file the claim is one year from the stabilization of injuries, unless there are causes for interruption.
- Civil or criminal route: For minor injuries, the claim is usually handled through civil proceedings. In cases of serious negligence or drunk driving, criminal proceedings may begin before the same courts, although most minor accidents follow the civil route.
It is essential to provide independent medical expert reports assessing the injuries according to the current scale, especially if there is a dispute with the insurer.
Why trust our firm in Torrevieja?
Our team regularly acts before the Torrevieja Courts and throughout Spain. We collaborate with independent medical experts to objectively assess your injuries, supporting your claim according to the 2024 compensation scale. Our experience negotiating with insurers allows us to defend your rights at every stage of the process, both out of court and before the courts. We offer face-to-face consultations at our office in Torrevieja and also online for your convenience. The initial consultation is without obligation, in which we assess the viability of your claim and the steps to follow in your specific case.
