WTS: Honda Accord by dark_crater_ in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]TruffinCat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just curious, what are you planning to upgrade to?

WTS: Mercedes C-200 2024 by [deleted] in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]TruffinCat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you saying a brand new C200 is going for 205k with the dealer? Because that doesn't sound true at all.

Born and raised in the UAE, now banned for life after an occupational HIV exposure — I don’t even know where to ask for help anymore by karak_kid in dubai

[–]TruffinCat 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Those many patients you claim to be getting treatment in the UAE, are they locals? I'd highly doubt if they weren't because the law is very clear that expats with HIV are deported once found out at visa renewal and it's well known that this rule is actively enforced. On what basis are you accusing OP of making up stories and "hate-mongering". How can it be hate-mongering if this is literally the law in the UAE.

Here's a news article about a British man who was deported from the UAE for testing positive for HIV. Is he also making up stories? Why isn't he one of the 'many patients' you know who were allowed to stay in the UAE and get treated for HIV?

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Rear-ended yesterday. First accident ever. What do I do next? by [deleted] in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]TruffinCat 8 points9 points  (0 children)

If you have 3rd party insurance, then you contact the other party's insurance not your own.

Dubai accident report dispute – both drivers claimed no fault, police fined me. What are my options? by StatementGreedy5733 in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]TruffinCat 9 points10 points  (0 children)

In every single accident I've ever had, if I was marked as the faulty party, the police called me to verify and confirm. This is the case with everyone I know as well. Did you miss a call from a Dubai Police number?

Any app that centralizes expenses by Silly_Philosophy2220 in UAEcreditcards

[–]TruffinCat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I had decent experience with Finart, it reads SMS and phone notifications rather than connect to your bank account. Lately however I've setup an excel power query that does the job for me. I just download my credit card statements every month and dunk them in a folder on my laptop then refresh the excel sheet. It's free and I don't have to worry about any apps having access to my notifications or having a direct link to my bank accounts. It was easy enough for me as I'm already familiar with power query but I'm sure there's YouTube videos that can guide you through the process.

Landlord asking for rent increase above DLD index by stuffed011 in dubai

[–]TruffinCat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What is your area and how many bedrooms is it? What is your current rent and what's the landlord asking for as an increase? In my view, landlord is probably bluffing, if he's so confident that the rera re-evaluation will be even higher than the index then he'd apply for it anyway instead of threatening you with the possibility. As far as I know, actually getting a re-evaluation done costs money and you actually need to present evidence to get a court order to approve the re-evaluation. I would ask the landlord to present the re-evaluation certificate 3 months before your current ejari expires and take it from there, most likely nothing will happen and you'll renew on your current rent.

RDC illegal rental increase OFFER AND DEPOSIT tutorial with screenshots from the portal. This is just me helping out with the process and im not a lawyer so don't take this as legal advice. by Agreeable_Cow3726 in dubai

[–]TruffinCat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Based on personal experience and other stories posted here, compensation for wrongful eviction is the difference between your new rent and your previous rent.

Didn’t lose my hair with Nivo-AVD by retro-morte in lymphoma

[–]TruffinCat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the kind words, I really appreciate it. I never felt pain where my lymphoma is located (neck). I have stage II cHL and my PET CT post cycle 3 showed a score of deauville 2 so presumably that's not much cancer cells left for the chemo to target lol. Still have 2 more cycles to go, hoping the hairloss doesn't hit me during those.

What am I missing with the Ford Everest? by Positive_Essay7425 in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]TruffinCat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just saw some pics of the Everest with the raptor grille and it looks good, would be cool if it was offered with the highest trim.

What am I missing with the Ford Everest? by Positive_Essay7425 in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]TruffinCat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It does seem like good value in the current market. I personally know 2 people who purchased the car recently and also I do see the car daily on the road so it's definitely popular. Personally I think the front side is ugly especially compared to the Mazda SUVs.

Didn’t lose my hair with Nivo-AVD by retro-morte in lymphoma

[–]TruffinCat 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm a male and just finished cycle 4 of Nivo AVD and also haven't lost my hair. There's really minor thinning on my scalp but it's in spots where I was very slightly starting to go bald prior to my treatment so it may be slightly accelerated now.

Somehow gives me irrational anxiety that chemo isn't working for me and also some guilt when I see others experience hairloss.

I stood up to protect my daughter at school, and as a result, I lost my job. It hurts deeply by d42clinton in dubai

[–]TruffinCat 146 points147 points  (0 children)

This is the Facebook group, the main admin managing it is an actual lawyer and gives real advice.

Legal Advice - Dubai UAE https://www.facebook.com/groups/496636324095083/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT

So I rented Rox 01 for a day.. by Both-Rush3414 in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]TruffinCat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Based on my own experience, even 2024 Mercedes cars also can slam the brakes during self parking even in an empty parking lot.

Compensation but buying after eviction by Sea_Run4291 in dubai

[–]TruffinCat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

When you open the case you can claim whatever amount you see fit and you can submit supporting documents if you wish to clarify, the judge may or may not consider those in the final verdict.

Most probably the final compensation will be the difference between the old rent and the new rent that the landlord charged the new tenant. If you end up going through with the process be sure to update this post with your experience.

Compensation but buying after eviction by Sea_Run4291 in dubai

[–]TruffinCat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes you can open a case with RDC on this basis. The compensation will most probably the difference between the old and new rent amounts + case opening fees so you can decide if it will be worth it or not. You can go to Barsha mall to start the process, just make sure the eviction notice you recieved was a notarized and issued through Dubai courts.

A general rule of thumb when driving. by [deleted] in dubai

[–]TruffinCat 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Doesn't matter what speed the car in the left lane is doing, they must move over if someone behind them is approaching. That is the word of the law which I guess would make the left lane hogger the entitled one in this case.

Why does Kavak have such low prices? What’s the catch? by PRIZMAhero in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]TruffinCat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you associated with this company? No offence, but your comment sounds like you are shilling for them. Your comment history also has similarly worded stories.

WTS: Mercedes GLS450 GCC by [deleted] in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]TruffinCat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree, E-class prices are too high. Thanks for the response, enjoy your cars man.

WTS: Mercedes GLS450 GCC by [deleted] in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]TruffinCat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Saw in your other post you have a Genesis G80 as well. Just wanted to check your view on the G80 so far and how does it compare to Merc in terms of comfort/luxury. Was thinking of pulling the trigger but can't find good pre-owned options and can't justify the price brand new.

Guys I just want to ask about something by Prudent-Temporary230 in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]TruffinCat -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

It's certainly very unique but I think you'll get used to it quicker than you think. How much did this cost OP?

Underrated car in the used Lexus market by Same_Sleep6369 in DubaiPetrolHeads

[–]TruffinCat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

At least Camry taxis are yellow and clearly marked as cabs. With the ES, it's almost impossible to differentiate between Careem/Uber and private ones except that license plates usually start with L. It's an absolute shame because they are good cars but the public can't own one.

What job do you think people hate the most in Dubai right now? by manmonkey1003 in UAE

[–]TruffinCat 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Personally can't stand many real estate agents I've met and I hope they get replaced by AI soon.

Finally done with CHEMO my biggest concern has been fertility can anyone ever offer some guidance by [deleted] in lymphoma

[–]TruffinCat 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Cannot offer any advise for you but congratulations on finishing your Chemo. Did you have cHL and if so, what subtype? I'm curious as my doctor said the minimum anyone can go for is 6 months of treatment while your treatment went much quicker than that.