Brussels is gearing up to take Spain back to the EU’s top court over how the country handles claims for state‑caused damage.
- In June 2022 the European Court of Justice ruled that Spanish law makes it overly hard for individuals to obtain compensation when the state breaches EU rules.
- Spain failed to amend its legislation despite the judgment, leaving a gap between national rules and EU obligations.
- This Thursday the European Commission announced it will file a fresh infringement case, urging the Court of Justice of the EU to enforce compliance.
Spain now faces another round of legal pressure to simplify compensation claims.