Post-accident Medical claims and the RAF

A serious car accident can change your life in an instant. After the initial shock, victims and their families often face emergency surgeries, long rehabilitation, lost income, and overwhelming medical bills.

In South Africa, the Road Accident Fund (RAF) helps compensate innocent road accident victims for their injuries. However, making a medical claim through the RAF has become more complicated. Changing laws, strict procedures, long delays, and illegal touting make the process difficult for many people.

A good personal injury attorney can explain how medical claims work after an accident, update you on recent legal changes, and help you protect your rights during recovery.

1. What Medical Expenses Can You Claim from the RAF?

Under the Road Accident Fund Act 56 of 1996 (as amended), compensation for medical expenses is divided into two distinct categories:

A. Past Medical Expenses

This covers all reasonable medical and hospital expenses incurred from the date of the accident…