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In Road Accident Fund

Unaware

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In a recent matter, RAF v Mdeyide, decided on September 30 2010, the Constitutional Court had to decide whether s12(3) of the Prescription Act applies to claims under the RAF Act by virtue of s16 of the Prescription Act. In other words should, or could the knowledge requirement of the...
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March 28, 2011 by Maponya
In Road Accident Fund

Foreigners and the RAF

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The Road Accident Fund provides compulsory cover to all road users, resident or foreigner, against injuries sustained or death arising from accidents involving motor vehicles within the borders of South Africa. This cover is in the form of indemnity insurance to persons who cause the accident, as well as personal...
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March 28, 2010 by Maponya
In Road Accident Fund

Pruning the Money Tree

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Medical service providers “suppliers" may submit their accounts to the Road Accident Fund (RAF) directly for payment (s17(5). The question that arises is whether the RAF is liable for any legal costs which may be incurred in the submission of the account for payment. s17 does not make provision for...
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March 28, 2009 by Maponya
In Company Law

Counsel’s fees in magistrates courts

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Counsel fees in magistrates' courts have been a contentious matter over recent months. There is a continuing tendency by magistrates to hand down judgements which include the words “The cost is to include the cost of counsel as per the Bar Council parameters" “Click here  to download the full article...
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June 26, 2008 by Maponya