Depending on the circumstances and severity of the accident, compensation may include:
1. Medical Expenses
Costs for:
- Hospitalisation
- Surgery
- Medication
- Rehabilitation and physiotherapy
- Future medical treatment related to the injury
2. Loss of Earnings
If injuries prevent you from working temporarily or permanently, you may claim:
- Past loss of income
- Future loss of earning capacity
3. General Damages (Pain and Suffering)
These are awarded only where injuries meet the serious injury threshold under RAF legislation. This includes:
- Permanent disability
- Serious disfigurement
- Mental or psychological impairment
- Loss of a bodily function
4. Funeral Expenses
If a loved one dies in a road accident, reasonable funeral costs may be claimed.
5. Loss of Support
Dependants of a deceased breadwinner (spouse, children, or other financial dependants) may claim compensation for loss of financial support.
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