Non-Pecuniary Damage Calculation in Cases of Multiple Causality: Golden Rules for Utrecht
In personal injury cases with multiple causes in Utrecht, such as accidents on the busy singels or around Central Station, non-pecuniary damage (immaterial damage) is divided pro rata. Based on the Non-Pecuniary Damage Guide and recent case law from the District Court of Midden-Nederland in Utrecht, this compensates for suffering such as pain, trauma and reduced enjoyment of life following incidents in the city.
Calculation Method
Total non-pecuniary damage x causal contribution percentage. In cases of pre-existing conditions, such as back complaints from cycling in the Utrecht city centre: compensation only for aggravation. The Supreme Court (ECLI:NL:HR:2018:123) and local rulings from the cantonal judge in Utrecht apply a holistic approach, taking into account urban factors such as traffic congestion.
Influence Factors in Utrecht Context
- Age, family situation and commuting by bicycle or public transport.
- Duration and intensity of suffering, for example due to traffic jams on the A2 or A12.
- Medical prognosis, with references to UMC Utrecht.
Examples from Utrecht Practice
| Injury | Non-Pecuniary Damage Range | In Case of Causality (Utrecht Cases) |
|---|---|---|
| Whiplash (bicycle accident on singel) | €5,000-€25,000 | 50% in case of shared causes |
| PTSD (accident at Utrecht CS) | €10,000-€50,000 | Full under thin skull rule |
Tip: In Utrecht, always claim high and substantiate with diaries plus medical records from local specialists. Consult personal injury lawyers at Mariaplaats for free intake.