Road Accident Fund
The statutory fund that deals with qualifying compensation claims arising from road accidents in South Africa.
Definition
Road Accident Fund matters can involve drivers, passengers, pedestrians, dependants, medical expenses, loss of income, loss of support, undertakings, general damages, accident records, medical evidence, claim forms, and disputes about completeness or liability. The first practical step is usually to organise accident facts, medical records, identity documents, income or dependency evidence, and proof of submission or correspondence.
Key takeaways
The statutory fund that deals with qualifying compensation claims arising from road accidents in South Africa.
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Common situations
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Road accident injury claim
Fatal accident support claim
Related resources
Resources and guides
RAF Claim Document Checklist
Document pack for accident details, medical records, claim forms, income proof, and RAF claim preparation.
RAF ClaimsEvidence PackRAF Loss of Earnings Evidence Pack
RAF Loss of Earnings Evidence Pack: organise Payslips, Employment contract, Employer letter and a dated evidence index before your consultation.
RAF ClaimsPreparation PackRAF Claim Lawyer Preparation Checklist for Cape Town
Prepare for a Cape Town RAF or personal-injury consultation by organising accident details, police records, medical records, income records, expenses, correspondence, and fee questions.
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What does Road Accident Fund mean?
The statutory fund that deals with qualifying compensation claims arising from road accidents in South Africa.
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