ROAD ACCIDENT FUND CLAIMS
Injured in a road accident?
Big Firm Expertise. Boutique Care. Over 2+ decades of RAF Mastery
Individual attention, expert results. At our firm, you are a person, not a file number. Villarani Govender personally champions your RAF claim, leveraging 24+ years of specialized medical-legal and litigation expertise to secure your maximum payout.
Assisting road-accident clients across South Africa • 24 years of legal experience
CONFIDENTIAL ENQUIRY
Tell us what happened
Complete the form below and provide as much information as you currently have.
Your information will be handled confidentially and used to assess and respond to your enquiry. Submitting this form does not create an attorney-client relationship.
Legal assessment
Your enquiry is considered according to its own facts and available evidence.
Confidential handling
The personal information you submit is treated with appropriate care and confidentiality.
South African RAF matters
VG Attorneys assists road-accident clients across South Africa.
WHO MAY BE ABLE TO CLAIM?
Were you affected by a road accident?
A potential RAF claim may arise in several different circumstances. The examples below are general and do not confirm that a valid claim exists.
Passengers
Pedestrians
Drivers
Cyclists and other road users
Qualifying dependants
WHY ACT EARLY?
Time and evidence may matter
Different time limits and legal requirements may apply to RAF claims. Delays may also make important information or evidence more difficult to obtain.
- Keep accident and police information
- Retain medical records and treatment details
- Save photographs and witness information
- Keep employment and income documents
- Preserve correspondence relating to the accident
- Ask for advice about applicable time limits
You do not need to have every document before making an initial enquiry.
POTENTIAL COMPENSATION
What may an RAF claim include?
The categories that may apply depend on the nature of the injuries, the evidence and the legal requirements relevant to the matter.
Injury-related losses
Qualifying losses arising from physical injuries sustained in the accident.
Past loss of income
Where accident-related injuries affected a person’s ability to work and earn an income.
Future earning capacity
Where the continuing effects of an injury may affect future work or earning ability.
Medical and related losses
Qualifying medical expenses or related losses arising from accident-related injuries.
General damages
Where the applicable legal requirements for serious injury and general damages are satisfied.
Death and dependency
Certain qualifying claims arising from the death of a person in a road accident.
Not every claim includes every category of compensation. Each matter must be assessed on its own facts and evidence.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
A clear first step
Making an enquiry does not commit you to proceeding. It gives the legal team an opportunity to understand what happened.
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Tell us what happened
Complete the confidential enquiry form with the information currently available to you.
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Initial assessment
The circumstances and available information can be considered to determine possible next steps.
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Clear guidance
If further action may be appropriate, the process, information required and relevant terms can be explained.
CLIENT EXPERIENCES
What clients have shared
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Despite the distance, Mrs Govender took on my case and delivered exceptional results. I am extremely grateful for the outstanding work and dedication.
ZN — Western Cape
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Even when I lost hope, they fought hard for me and always kept me updated. Their dedication and willingness to go the extra mile really stood out.
NNS — KwaZulu-Natal
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Thank you for being more than just my lawyer. You were my voice, my strength and my peace of mind during a difficult time.
JB — Gauteng
Testimonials describe individual client experiences. Every matter is different, and past outcomes do not guarantee a similar result.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before you make an enquiry
Do I need all my documents first?
No. Provide the information currently available to you. The legal team can explain which additional documents may be required if the matter proceeds.
Does completing the form mean I have a valid claim?
No. A claim can only be considered after the circumstances, evidence and applicable legal requirements have been assessed.
Can I enquire if the accident happened some time ago?
Yes, but time limits may apply. Provide the accident date and available details so that the timing can be considered.
Can I enquire if another attorney handled the matter?
You may submit an enquiry and explain the current position. Whether assistance can be provided will depend on the circumstances and status of the matter.
CONFIDENTIAL RAF ENQUIRY
Tell us what happened
Provide the details currently available to you. The information can then be assessed and the possible next steps explained.