Can a Passenger in a Motor Vehicle Accident Claim from the Road Accident Fund?
The Road Accident provides compensation for people who have been severely injured in a motor vehicle accident, this is not only limited to drivers of the motor vehicle it also includes passengers and pedestrians.
As a passenger injured in a motor vehicle accident you will most likely not be held liable for any contributory negligence in the accident, unless proved otherwise. Therefore, and in under most circumstances, you will be entitled to a 100% of the value of your claim.
There are several procedures and variables involved in a Road Accident fund claim and therefore you should contact an expert in the field to ensure that you obtain the most suitable damages award.
