RAF Questions and Answers

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.

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.