How to check Road Accident Fund claim
In order to check the status of your Road Accident Fund (RAF) claim, you can contact the RAF by:
Calling the RAF call center at 0860 23 55 23
Emailing customerservices@raf.co.za
Visiting a walk-in center
Please make sure you have the following details ready:
– Your RAF Reference Number
– Forms with your details, the details of the accident, and the vehicles and parties involved
– A doctor’s report
– An affidavit with police reports, witness statements, and other evidence
How much does Road Accident Fund pay for leg injury
The amount that Road Accident Fund pays for a leg injury can range from R500K to R700K. Of course, these amounts depend on the following factors:
– Your Age
– Your Career Earning Potential, and
– How Bad the Injury is.
Here is an example of how much RAF pays based on real life example of previous cases:
– Leg Amputation: R700,000 for a 62-year-old.
– Multiple Leg Injuries: R500,000 for a 41-year-old.
– Fractured Tibia and Fibula: R550,000 for a security officer.
– Severe Leg Fractures: R600,000 for a 27-year-old.
– Permanent Leg Injury Affecting Work: R750,000 for a 52-year-old unable to continue a physical job.
– Compound Fracture of the Leg: R400,000 for a 30-year-old requiring surgery and extended rehab.
– Knee Dislocation and Ligament Damage: R350,000 for a 45-year-old with long-term mobility issues.
– Severe Ankle Fracture with Permanent Limp: R300,000 for a 33-year-old.
– Hip Fracture Resulting in Limited Mobility: R500,000 for a 60-year-old needing lifelong mobility aids.
– Double Leg Fractures (Femur and Tibia): R650,000 for a 28-year-old with significant recovery time.
How to apply for Road Accident Fund
In order to apply for Road Accident Fund, do the following:
Here’s a brief summary of the RAF claims process:
1. Get Legal Assistance: Submit your details on raflawyers.org to connect with qualified RAF lawyers.
2. Gather Documents: Collect important documents, such as the police report, medical records, and invoices.
3. Compile Evidence: Your attorney will then organise and prepare all evidence for the RAF claim forms.
4. Submit the Claim: A qualified attorney will file the completed claim with the RAF.
5. RAF Registration and Investigation: The RAF then registers your claim and conducts an investigation within 120 days.
6. Track RAF Response: Your attorney monitors for any RAF delays to prevent claim lapsing.
7. Issue a Summons if Needed: If you dont receive a response after 120 days, your attorney can issue a summons to move the claim to court.
8. Negotiate Settlement: The RAF may make a settlement offer, which your attorney can help evaluate and negotiate.
9. Prepare for Trial if Needed: If there is no appropriate settlement reached, your attorney will schedule a trial date and arrange expert testimony.
10. Receive Compensation: Once awarded, RAF money will be paid within 180 days, with potential interest for delays.
