Who qualifies for road accident funds?
You can claim from the RAF if:
you’re a child, spouse or other person who was dependent on the income of a person killed in an accident; for more information, see our article on claiming for someone deceased. you’re a close relative of the deceased and paid for this person’s funeral.
How much do road accident fund pay?
This allows the RAF to divide – or apportion – the compensation as a percentage of blame. If, for example, you and another driver were equally to blame for an accident, you will be paid half of your damages. If you were 60% to blame, you’ll receive 40% of the compensation
How long after an accident can you claim from Road Accident Fund South Africa?
A claim must be lodged by the claimant within three years from the date of the accident or from the date on which the claim arose. This does not apply to a claim by a child under the age of 18 years old. Once a child turns 18 years old, s/he has three years to lodge a claim with the RAF.
Who gets road accident fund in South Africa?
The Road Accident Fund (RAF) provides compulsory cover to all users of South African roads, citizens and foreigners, against injuries sustained or death arising from accidents involving motor vehicles within the borders of South Africa.
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