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And the second car is?  I can count only one, have they already removed the second.  Or is it an insurance scam?

It is a little childish but then I suppose it's better than 38's at 40 paces. 

On ‎15‎/‎03‎/‎2017 at 4:39 AM, KhonKaenKowboy said:

Why do parents buy their kids Ford Matchbox cars.....so they will get used to pushing it.  FORD:  Fix Or Repair Daily......Found On Road, Dead.

There's one more;  Found on rubbish dump.

14 hours ago, CantSpell said:

It is only me or does the mini heart signs looks more like a: "Look, the 50K are not here anymore: mai mee" sign...

 

Actually, two of them look like they're giving the bird, I'd say to the Ombudsman's office and the rest of the nation.  Investigations, they wouldn't know how.

11 minutes ago, oldlakey said:

I was commenting on a posters experience of complaining in Thailand, which he said was a reply to you

He made the point that complaining in Thailand had been unsuccessful in his case

His post was not difficult to understand

You appeared to miss the thrust of his post, or maybe deliberately so either way its of no consequence or interest to yours truly

Much the same as the rest of your post 132

 

For a response that has no consequence  or interest, you certainly have a lot to say, in particular when the initial reply was  not addressed to you. Does he need you to offer an explanation or have you just taken it upon yourself to offer your expertise on another's post?  

18 minutes ago, oldlakey said:

Yes you are missing something

That something is the point he is making is that complaining in Thailand is normally a futile exercise 

He used an example that involved a motor accident, its really not that difficult to fathom 

And you know this from experience? To associate the two is ridiculous, one has been finalised in favour of the victim's family, with the criminal matter (owing to death) pending, so what is there to fathom and what is there to compare.

Now from my experience, I had a malpractice suit, criminal and civil, and under Thai law I became the prosecutor, no involvement of police but I did require a lawyer and it was settled in my favour.

If you were aware of the number of cases that are settled in favour of the complainants here in Thailand I don't think you would not make such a statement, as it is not a futile exercise.  So no, I am not missing anything but I think you might well be.  

21 hours ago, sinbin said:

Been there done that before. I had a motorcyclist cut out in front of my car. I had witness stating that he was in the wrong etc. After a lengthy spiel to the motorcyclist they told us to go home. I asked what about the motoring offence? The police were going to fine him 1400 Baht but decided that cuz he was poor they dropped it. I asked about the damage to my car. I was told to claim on my insurance. Next case please.

Out in the sticks it's village law.

I really do not understand how you are relating a lethal dog attack to a motor vehicle accident.  Am I missing something here as I am having difficulty in associating the two?

On 3/12/2017 at 7:02 PM, sinbin said:

The lawyer I asked was the one Thai Visa had on a thread titled  'Ask the lawyer'. I can't find that service now on the forum. The thing about lodging a complaint with the police is that you have to prove ownership. The crafty <deleted> will always deny the animal as being theirs.

Given what you were advised I can see why you cannot find them on TVF any longer.  Sure, they can deny all they like but if one has a camera and the animal can be photographed inside their property on a number of occasions, then that is good evidence.

In addition, you do not have to file a complaint with the RTP, given the way some operate, you can prosecute the owner yourself, civilly and criminally but you would also need a decent lawyer, something else that is rare in Thailand.

On ‎10‎/‎03‎/‎2017 at 7:09 PM, sinbin said:

I asked the Thai Visa lawyer the question when I got taken out by a few dogs whilst out cycling. He basically said there's nothing that could/can be done, as there were no laws in place to protect people in the event of being attacked by animals.

I'd change lawyers if I was you.  Section 433 of the Thai Civil and Commercial Code states that the owner of an animal is bound to compensate an injured party for any damages caused by the animal.  Furthermore, those injured can possibly file criminal charges against the dog owner under section 300 of the Penal Code for being negligent in not exercising proper restraint on their dog. 

4 hours ago, jacko45k said:

And the owner of the dog knows this how?

Was he stood idly by watching as all this occurred?

 

I heard the dog told him, pleaded self defense.  Frivolity aside, firstly, the child should never have been left alone, secondly, the number of morons who cannot control their animals just highlights one of the many things that are wrong here in Thailand.  But then, many have trouble controlling their kids, so how can we expect them to have control over their dogs.  A real sad state of affairs.

8 hours ago, nontabury said:

Don't kid yourself,there are plenty of dummer farangs.

I'd say you're spot on, with half of them being on here given the contents of some of the posts.  

You must also have warning signs, written in Thai, together with a drawing of an aggressive dog, advising anyone coming to your property that your dog will bite if they enter the premises unaccompanied.  The only problem is that many who come to my home either can't read, don't read or just don't understand, I don't know which, resulting in three people being bitten.

I paid for their tetanus injections at the local hospital and the necessary follow ups.  No police action and no other compensation.  They were lucky that I was home at the time otherwise it might have been more serious as he is quite a large German Shepherd who won't back down.  It is unbelievable the amount that they placed on a life but then here it depends on your position, working or not working and what, if any income you have, plus any number of other mitigating circumstances.

It is now known throughout the village and no one enters the property unless we are accompanying the dog. The person who owns the Rottweilers is someone who should never be allowed to own any type of dog, kept in cages, no wonder they attacked and mauled someone given they were probably overly aggressive owing to that type of confinement.  He must have known their temperament yet allowed them to roam unaccompanied. 

Forgive them Lord for they know not what they do.

11 hours ago, mamborobert said:

It was a joke...that humour stuff.  I am self funded.  The only thing I get from the OZ govt is a fresh air sandwich.

A little bit of mirth goes such a long way, shame it was missed.

If you think it's a problem providing proof, wait until you get the new cost that they charge to witness it.  Has gone from B550.00 to B2000.00.  Happy days all round. 

Maybe a ban would teach you a lesson.  Really, how hard is it to keep track of the date you need to leave or report.  And you say your studying at University.  I'd say you haven't learnt much from your studies or life experiences.

The first thing I think you need to learn is how to count, you know, 1,2,3,4, etc., etc. then it would stop the need for you worries when it comes time to do whatever.  Just being sarcastic but you really do need to pick up your act or you may well not be allowed back in for some time.  Obey the rules and there will be no need for the questions.

36 minutes ago, TallGuyJohninBKK said:

Australian banking and U.S. banking. Not the same banks. Not the same rules or policies.

Just a comparison between the two, that's why I said it might well be different between the there and Oz. 

15 hours ago, malt25 said:

This must have been introduced within the last 24 hours. I would like to see some official notification re this comment.

He knows not what he is speaking about.  Given the way the post is written I'd say he's not even from Oz, therefore his two bob's worth is just that, not worth anything.

I've had absolutely no problem with my bank accounts but then I'm from the land down under, it might be a lot different to the good old US of A.  They have my Thai address, as does the Australian Government, for tax purposes, and my new cards and all correspondence reach me without problem.

The only difficulty I experienced was when I wanted to down grade one of my credit cards, the new one had to be posted to an Australian address but this was overcome by sending it to a friend, who then forwarded it to me by registered mail.   I also do all my transactions via internet banking directly to my Thai bank, whilst all my statements are forwarded via the internet. All Sabai, sabai.

Had both eyes done, only slight stinging from the eye drops.  Had a further three major eye operations, again no pain whatsoever.  No need to worry about anything. Don't know what they're on about with the stress level, I had none.  Just need confidence in the doctor.

40,000 baht.  I see that inflation has finally caught up with the trade in Pattaya.  Given that price it has to be a world class resort or is that a world class rort? 

On ‎25‎/‎02‎/‎2017 at 11:52 AM, cauldlad said:

Anyone who thinks Western banks are safer than Thai banks is being a little naive IMHO.

 

I cannot recall any Asian banks having to be bailed out in the last financial crisis. Correct me if I am wrong.

 

I was in the UK at the time and the Halifax Bank was 48hrs away from having no money in their ATM's !!!!

No Australian Bank had to be bailed out prior to, during or following the GFC, that's why the majority of my funds are kept there and I transfer, via internet banking, an amount that covers my monthly expenses.  I only have the two accounts here, one for retirement, the other for emergencies. I have no sleepless nights.

I keep the necessary 800k for the extension of stay plus a separate a/c of 500K for emergencies.  I am not into gold or the other valuables whilst my shares, the dividends that are banked, together with the remainder (majority) of my cash is held in Australia.  Every  month, I transfer a stipend that covers my monthly expenses and allows me to live quite comfortably.

I have no debt nor the worries of not being able to return home should , one day, I decide to do so.  And no one, not even my wife knows what I am worth and it will stay that way as I have heard to many tales of foreigners who get taken even after many years of so called happy married life. If everything remains as it is now then, one day, if she survives me, she will never want for anything and hopefully, pleasantly surprised. I have only two sayings that I have stuck by and that is one should never flaunt their wealth, whilst fools and their money are soon parted. 

19 minutes ago, dcsw53 said:

Was he referring to :-

 

1.  The pavements which, in the unlikely event they exist on most sois, are blocked or have gaping potholes

2.  The smooth running of the traffic, particularly weekends

3.  The extensive pedestrian crossings of busy roads, was it 3 or 4 in the whole town

4.  The crystal clear waters of the bay

5.  The mindset of the police, warning people not to go out at night wearing jewelry

 

Can't be bothered to type 6 - 43

 

Would be interesting to hear which world standard he is referring to.

They omitted one word "third"