Road Accident Investigation Specialists
CLAIM ASSISTANCE
We assist with the following claims through one of our Professional Network of Attorneys:
Vehicle Accident Claims / RAF Claims
Slip and fall Claims
Dog Bites
Prasa / Metro Rail Claims
What is a Road Accident Fund Claim and how does it work?
WHAT IS A ROAD ACCIDENT FUND CLAIM?
The medical expenses must be directly related to the injuries sustained in the accident. If the medical expenses are not related to the injuries sustained in the accident the RAF will not be liable to compensate the third party for such unrelated medical expenses. Only proven medical expenses will be compensated. The third party must furnish us with proof that the medical expenses were indeed incurred.
Victims of road accidents have been encouraged to bypass the services of lawyers to lodge claims against the Road Accident Fund (RAF).
WHERE DOES THE FUND GET THE MONEY FROM?
The Road Accident Fund is mainly funded by a levy on Fuel (petrol and diesel sold).
WHO CAN CLAIM?
An injured person (except where the injured person is 100% to blame for the accident). A dependent of a deceased person (except where the deceased person is 100% to blame for the accident).
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A close relative of the deceased in respect of funeral expenses.
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A parent or legal guardian of a minor child.
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A foster parent in respect of past medical expenses incurred by him/her.
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An executor of the deceased’s estate.
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A curator ad litem.
WHAT CAN I CLAIM?
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Past and future hospital and medical expenses.
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Past and future loss of income or earnings.
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Past and future loss of support for a dependent of a deceased victim.
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General damages for pain, suffering and disfigurement in the case of bodily injury. (This is determined after examining the extent and severity of the injury). In respect of claims arising on or after 1 August 2008 general damages are only paid for serious injury.
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Necessary funeral expenses.
WHAT DOCUMENTS DO I NEED TO CLAIM?
The following documents is needed to process a claim:
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The police report and/or case number of the accident.
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All your relevant personal details as well as those of any other person involved in the accident.
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All medical documents supporting the claim of injuries incurred.
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Any motivating testimony from medical and/or legal experts as well as witness testimony.
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Any relevant information pertaining to the accident such as damages to vehicle/s and/or surrounding structure.
Once the necessary forms are completed and accompanying documents are ready, the documents must be submitted in hard copy. The RAF does not accept emailed documents.
ABOUT US
RAF mandate is to “provide appropriate cover to all road users within the borders of South Africa; to rehabilitate persons injured, compensate for injuries or death and indemnify wrongdoers as a result of motor vehicle accidents in a timely, caring and sustainable manner; and to support the safe use of our roads.”
It takes time; so the sooner you submit your claim with all the relevant documents, the better. Road Accident Fund claims are complex and to ensure you recover everything you are entitled to, you need our services.
To ensure that your claim are dealt with correctly, you need ROAD ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION SPECIALISTS like us.
With more than 48 years experience in RAF claims, our commitment to every customer is to:
Respect your time: We offer personal and quick appointment windows. Our team are always here to help, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Simplify your experience: We promise to make your experience as painless as possible.
Personal experience: We promise to add value and make a difference.
Online Application
Do you have a Claim? Submit your details here to start the process!