The Road Accident Fund (RAF) is a public fund that may compensate people injured in motor vehicle accidents, in the circumstances set by law. A claim is not automatic. Whether a person qualifies, and whether any amount is paid, depends on the facts and on the legislation that applies.
Documents and evidence usually matter. That can include the circumstances of the accident and the medical records. Tsotetsi Attorneys can assess a possible claim and, where instructed, help to pursue it. The firm does not promise compensation, and it does not promise how long a claim will take.
How Tsotetsi Attorneys can assist
- A first assessment of the accident and the injuries
- Advice on the information and documents that may be needed
- Help with lodging and pursuing a claim where instructed
- Correspondence with the Fund and other role-players
- Advice if a claim is disputed
Injury said to result from medical treatment is a different kind of matter. That work is described on the medical negligence page.
What to expect
Every matter is different. The steps below are a general outline, not a fixed process for every case.
- Initial consultation
- Assessment of the accident and the available records
- Advice on whether a claim appears to be available
- Gathering of further documents where needed
- Pursuit of the claim where the firm is instructed