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Is my girlfriend at risk of contracting HIV if my viral load has been undetectable for a year and then bounced to 125?
Your partner is safe as long as your viral load is less than 200.
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Can I restart my ARVs at a different clinic?
It should be possible for you to restart your ARVs from the second clinic.
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My employer filed their papers late in their opposition to my CCMA case, but has not applied for condonation of the late filing. What happens now?
Ask your lawyer to investigate whether it is advisable (or still possible) to object to the late filing of the employer’s opposing affidavit.
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My complex is without water and power because the private rental company failed to pay the bills. They refuse to take ownership. What can we do?
Start by laying a complaint with your provincial Rental Housing Tribunal to hold the management to account.
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How much does it cost to register for a Permission to Occupy (PTO) certificate?
There is no agreed price for a PTO.
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How can I transfer an RDP house which is in my father’s name to my mother’s name if he left the house to me and my siblings in his will?
If your parents were married in community of property, which is likely, then the RDP house belongs to them both, jointly.
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What can I do if Home Affairs is taking long to process my son's citizenship application and my visa is expiring soon?
Your best option would be to urgently consult with an organisation experienced in dealing with Home Affairs.
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Can real estate agents make you give the house back if there is still some money outstanding?
The agent does not have the power to simply take back the house.
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Can I amend my divorce order after 23 years if my ex-husband did not share his assets with me?
Yes, but the question of why you have left it for 23 years will be central to any consideration of varying the court order of divorce.
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How can I help my pregnant wife to stop drinking alcohol?
Your wife may need to join an organisation that helps alcoholics and educates people about the dangers of drinking during pregnancy.
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