The stages of a personal injury procedure in Amsterdam
In Amsterdam, the principle of hearing and rejoinder permeates all stages of a personal injury case, from the notification to the insurer to the hearing at the Amsterdam District Court. Article 39 Rv mandates a pre-judicial phase to encourage out-of-court settlement, which in the bustling Amsterdam region – with many traffic accidents on the canals and bike paths – is crucial for swift resolution.
Stages Elaborated for Amsterdam Cases
1. Notification: respond timely to questions from insurers, often locally active such as ASR or Allianz in Amsterdam-Zuidoost. 2. Investigation: undergo assessments by specialized experts in the city, such as Amsterdam UMC, and know the reports. 3. Writ of summons: exchange pleadings before the proceedings at the Amsterdam District Court at Prins Bernhardplein. 4. Hearing: oral rejoinder in the Amsterdam courtrooms, where judges are strict on procedural rules. Violation may lead to procedural errors and delays in the overburdened Amsterdam docket.
- Respect deadlines (Article 3:13 BW), especially with the local court registry procedures
- File conclusion of rejoinder and surrejoinder via the Amsterdam portal
- Apply for interim relief with the summary proceedings judge in Amsterdam
This principle prevents one-sided decisions and ensures fairness, particularly in Amsterdam where personal injuries from bicycle and tram incidents peak. In case of non-compliance, the judge may impose sanctions, such as cost orders or dismissal of the claim.