Road Accident Fund Claims

Driving a car comes with risks such as injury to drivers, passengers and pedestrians, as well as damage to the vehicles involved. Motor vehicle accidents are undoubtedly traumatic, but being compensated for your injuries should not be.

When it comes to this type of claim, we work to prove who is at fault in a traffic collision and seek compensation for your injuries. The nature and extent of your injuries play a key role in the resolution of a motor vehicle accident claim.

A person alleging negligence in a motor vehicle accident claim must establish that the other driver acted negligently and/or recklessly in the circumstances, in that the driver should have anticipated the damages they caused and taken reasonable steps to avoid them.

On the day of the car accident, it is critical to gather as much information and evidence as possible to file a claim against the negligent driver.

Road Accident Fund

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) provides compulsory insurance to all road users in South Africa, including citizens and foreigners, against personal injury or death resulting from motor vehicle accidents occurring within the country’s borders.

It is important to submit a claim with the Road Accident Fund as soon as possible following a car accident. If you do not claim or initiate court proceedings in time, your claim may no longer be pursued, and you may not receive compensation.

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If you were injured as a driver, passenger or pedestrian, contact Lowe & Petersen Attorneys to discuss whether you may have a Road Accident Fund claim.

FAQ

How long does it typically take for a Road Accident Fund to pay out?

The sooner you instruct us, the sooner your claim will be paid out. A settlement is paid within a period of 180 days after the settlement of a claim. Typically, a claim could take between one to five years to be finalised.

Who can claim from the Road Accident Fund (RAF)?

The Road Accident Fund provides cover to road users in South Africa for personal injury or death resulting from motor vehicle accidents. This may include drivers, passengers, pedestrians, cyclists, motorcyclists, and dependants of a person who died as a result of a motor vehicle accident.

How does the Road Accident Fund payout?

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) will make a cash payment in response to a valid Road Accident Fund court order or settlement agreement. Once the Road Accident Fund has paid your attorneys, the attorney and client fees and expenses will be deducted from the capital of your claim, and the balance will be made available to you. You will also be entitled to recover costs and interest from the RAF.