SCOPA calls for overhaul at Road Accident Fund after ‘disastrous’ legal outcome
It says the RAF board and executives should be held personally responsible for the expenses incurred in the ‘irresponsible’ court action against the Auditor-General.
The FSCA and PA urge financial institutions to prepare for the standard’s implementation despite the provision for a transitional period.
Read moreIt says the RAF board and executives should be held personally responsible for the expenses incurred in the ‘irresponsible’ court action against the Auditor-General.
The chairperson of the RAF board and the fund’s chief executive recently faced legal action for failing to accept delivery of documents pertaining to a claim for compensation.
Despite Parliament’s commitment to prioritise the Road Accident Amendment Bill, there has been no further communication about the comments submitted on the draft legislation.
The recent ruling by the High Court underscores the Road Accident Fund’s obligation to reimburse medical scheme members for past medical expenses covered by the injured person’s medical scheme after a motor vehicle accident.
Research on behalf of the Actuarial Society recommends prohibiting individuals with minor injuries from submitting loss of income claims.
The Supreme Court of Appeal replaced the High Court’s two-year suspension order, saying the attorney was not amenable to rehabilitation.
The Special Investigating Unit is also investigating millions more lost to corruption and maladministration at the Road Accident Fund.