In Vitoria-Gasteiz, traffic accident cases requiring judicial intervention are handled at the courts located at Avenida Gasteiz, 18 (postcode 01008), where the Civil Section of the Court of Instance and the Courts of First Instance and Instruction are all situated. This centralization streamlines access to justice for accident victims in the city.
Compensation under the 2024 traffic scale: specific examples
The 2024 Spanish traffic compensation scale sets out specific amounts based on injury severity and recovery days. For example:
- A cervical sprain (whiplash) with 45 days of medical leave can result in compensation of approximately €3,200 to €4,500, depending on the impact and loss of quality of life.
- For a humerus fracture with 60 days of recovery and minor aftereffects, compensation typically ranges from €6,000 to €8,000.
- In cases of temporary disability with hospitalization (e.g., 10 days hospitalized and 30 days on medical leave), compensation may exceed €7,000, combining basic and moderate impairment days.
These figures depend on the existence of aftereffects and must be confirmed by independent medical assessment in accordance with the current legal scale.
Step-by-step process for traffic accident claims in Vitoria-Gasteiz
Compensation claims after a traffic accident in Vitoria-Gasteiz typically begin by submitting medical documentation and the accident report to the insurer, which has three months to issue a reasoned offer. If the offer is insufficient or absent, legal action can be taken: in Vitoria-Gasteiz, lawsuits are filed at the Courts of First Instance at Avda. Gasteiz, 18 (01008), or, in criminal cases, at the Courts of Instruction at the same address. The deadline to claim is one year from the stabilization of injuries (recovery or medical discharge).
The main difference between civil and criminal proceedings is the existence of a criminal offence: serious injuries or reckless driving may lead to criminal proceedings, while property damage or minor injuries are generally resolved in the civil courts.
Specialized legal services in Vitoria-Gasteiz
Our law firm works with independent medical experts to objectively assess injuries, which is essential during negotiations with insurers and in court proceedings. We have proven experience handling traffic accident claims in Vitoria-Gasteiz and throughout Spain. We offer in-person consultations in the city and online assistance as needed. The initial consultation is offered with no obligation, and we will guide you through the legal steps and documentation required to defend your rights and claim fair compensation according to the current legal scale.
