In Leiden, in addition to material damage, you can also receive non-material damage compensation (pain and suffering) from the government. This compensates for emotional or psychological harm.
What does non-material damage entail?
Non-material damage concerns suffering that cannot be directly expressed in money:
- Emotional stress and tension
- Damage to reputation or honour
- Psychological injury
- Loss of enjoyment of life
When is there a right to non-material compensation?
You can claim non-material damage compensation in cases of:
- Physical injury
- Personal infringement
- Violation of the memory of a deceased person
- Serious violation of fundamental rights
Examples in administrative law
| Circumstance | Compensation |
|---|---|
| Unlawful detention | € 80-105 per day |
| Excessive procedure duration | € 500 per half year |
| Violation of privacy | Dependent on impact |
| Gross negligence by government | Dependent on damage |
Reasonable term in procedures
A common reason for non-material damage compensation is exceeding the reasonable term. Procedures must not take unnecessarily long:
- Objection and appeal: maximum 2 years
- Including appeal on appeal: maximum 4 years
- Compensation: € 500 per half year of delay
Frequently asked questions in Leiden
How much pain and suffering can I expect?
This varies depending on the severity of the situation. Amounts range between several hundred and thousands of euros.
Do I need to provide proof of psychological damage?
In cases of serious breaches, damage is often presumed. In lighter cases, substantiation is required.
Where can I submit an application in Leiden?
You can do this with the administrative court during an appeal procedure, or with the civil court. Visit the Juridisch Loket Leiden at Stationsweg 46 for advice, or file your case at the Rechtbank Den Haag, Leiden location.
Practical information for Leiden
For legal support, you can go to the Juridisch Loket Leiden, located at Stationsweg 46. For cases involving non-material damage compensation, you can also file a case at the Rechtbank Den Haag, Leiden location.
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