The Road Accident Fund (RAF) in South Africa is a statutory body established to provide compensation to individuals injured in road accidents, as well as to the dependents of those killed in such accidents. The RAF operates under the Road Accident Fund Act of 1996 and is funded through a levy on fuel prices.

 

The primary purpose of the RAF is to provide financial compensation for personal injuries and fatalities resulting from road accidents. This includes compensation arising from the accident for past and future medical expenses, past and future loss of income, and general damages for pain and suffering.

 

Claims must be lodged within the prescribed time limits and the process involves several steps. For claims involving minors, the time limit may be extended until the minor reaches the age of majority.

 

Relevant, qualified experts in their medical field are then appointed to examine and assess the full extent of the claimants injuries and losses suffered.

​

Understanding the legal principles, types of claims, and the claims process is essential for claimants seeking compensation for their injuries or death of a provider.  Melville Attorneys Inc. assists all clients in the ever-changing RAF environment to navigate the complexities of RAF effectively and ensure the best possible outcome.

​

We assess each potential RAF case on its own merit and potential for success and will discuss our no-win, no-fee policy with each client.