Question 1

What is a Road Accident Fund (RAF) claim?

Accepted Answer

A Road Accident Fund (RAF) claim is a compensation claim brought against the South African Road Accident Fund by anyone injured — or by the dependants of anyone killed — in a motor-vehicle accident caused by another driver's negligence. Claims can include past and future medical expenses, loss of earnings, general damages and loss of support.

Question 2

How long does an RAF claim take to settle?

Accepted Answer

Most RAF claims settle in 18 to 36 months. The lodgement and investigation phase takes 3 to 6 months, the RAF then has 120 days to investigate before summons may be issued, and trial dates in Gauteng are currently being allocated 12 to 18 months out.

Question 3

Do I have to pay upfront for an RAF claim?

Accepted Answer

No. HIINE JM Attorneys handles RAF and personal-injury claims on a contingency basis — you do not pay any fees out of pocket. Our fees are paid from the settlement once the claim is finalised.

Question 4

Do you handle divorces and family-law matters?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We handle both contested and uncontested divorces, custody and maintenance applications, and the drafting and registration of ante-nuptial contracts (ANCs with or without accrual) through the Deeds Office.

Question 5

Can you assist with urgent bail applications?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We attend first appearances and bring formal bail applications across Schedule 1, 5 and 6 offences, as well as bail appeals. Contact us on 011 568 4348 or 074 279 5094 (WhatsApp) for urgent matters.

Question 6

Where is HIINE JM Attorneys based?

Accepted Answer

Our office is at 18 Bosch Avenue, Kempton Park, 1619, Gauteng, South Africa. We serve clients across Gauteng and the rest of South Africa.

Question 7

Is the first consultation free?

Accepted Answer

Yes. First consultations are free and strictly confidential. You can book one online or call 011 568 4348.

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