أسئلة وأجوبة
أسئلة وأجوبة
3 متاح 3 • عرض الجميعForcing the employee to accept a reduced salary

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Q: My previous employer is a private company and I worked with them for 1 year and a half on an unlimited contract.
My previous employer has forced on me a salary reduction which I didn't agree to and no letter was signed.
Due to not agreeing to this salary reduction, I was forced to transfer almost half of my combined salary from months of Feb 2018 to June 2018 or else lose my job.
Afraid to lose my job and under this threat I had to transfer almost half of my salary to the employer. I want to claim back all the salary that was wrongfully taken from me.
I have bank statement proof that showed the amount that was transferred from my account to the employer in July 2018, and starting July 2018 payroll I was getting the reduced salary.
I also have my previous labour contract that states my monthly salary.
1- What are my options?
2- Would I be able to claim all the deducted salary if I provide the court with the evidence?
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هل يمكن لصاحب العمل رفع قضايا جنائية أو مدنية مضادة لقضية عمالية رفعها الموظف؟


9
س: مرحبًا،
استفساري هو أن زوجي وزملائه الثلاثة ربحوا قضية جنائية مرفوعة ضدهم من قبل صاحب العمل اتهمهم بالسرقة والغش. لم يدفع صاحب العمل الراتب بالكامل ولا المكافأة وقام بمضايقتهم كثيرًا لمدة 18 شهرًا.
يريد زوجي وزملاؤه المطالبة بكل شيء عن طريق رفع قضية في المحكمة العمالية. هل هناك أي احتمال أن يتمكن صاحب العمل من رفع أي قضية أخرى في المحكمة المدنية ضدهم؟
لقد أسقطت محكمة دبي بالفعل جميع التهم الجنائية التي وجهت إلى زوجي.
هل يمكنهم المضي قدمًا في رفع القضايا الأخرى في المحكمة العمالية؟
هل هناك أي خطر من صاحب العمل؟
2022/04/05
1527
تخفيض الراتب دون موافقة الموظف ورفع قضية مضادة باطلة في قضية عمالية

1
س: مرحبًا،
زوجي يعمل سائق شاحنات ثقيلة لدى إحدى شركات النقل في إمارة دبي، إنه يعمل في تلك الشركة منذ أربع سنوات. فجأة طلب منهم صاحب العمل الحصول على راتب أقل قيمته 2,500 درهم فقط.
لم يكن زوجي وزملاؤه الثلاثة أو الأربعة الآخرون مستعدين لهذا الأمر، ولذلك بدأ رئيسهم في مضايقتهم. لم يدفع أموالهم، وجعلهم يجلسون في منازلهم دون عمل لمدة أشهر، ولم يلغِ تأشيراتهم أيضًا.
لذلك، طلبوا المساعدة القانونية ورفعوا قضية ضده في محكمة العمل. وفي المقابل، قام هذا المدير برفع قضية جنائية ضد زوجي وزملائه، وهي قضية باطلة بدعوى أنهم تسببوا في خسائر للشركة من خلال سرقة الديزل وبيعه بشكل غير قانوني.
كما أنه حصل على خطاب اعتراف موقّع من أحدهم بالكذب. حيث أنه أخبرهم أنها وثائق لحضور دورة تدريبية عن السلامة. لم يسمح لهم برؤية الأوراق. كانت الأوراق باللغة الإنجليزية ولم يفهموا المكتوب فيها.
لقد قدم مطالبة بخسارة تبلغ حوالي 100 ألف لك لكل من الأشخاص الأربعة. ما هي الفرص المتاحة أمامنا في هذا الوضع؟
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630
المدونة القانونية
2 متاح 2 • عرض الجميعكيف ترفع دعوى عمالية في الإمارات العربية المتحدة 36
مقال في صورة مقابلة يتناول موضوع رفع دعوى عمالية في الإمارات العربية المتحدة. مقتبس من المدونة الصوتية القانونية للمحامية لودميلا يامالوفا، مؤسسة مشروع لوجيكال مع لايلو.
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نظرة عامة على قانون العمل الجديد في الإمارات وآخر التعديلات لعام 2024 236
أقرت دولة الإمارات إصلاحات تشريعية كبيرة أسفرت عن إدخال 40 قانونًا وتعديلًا جديدًا على قانون الشركات والقانون الجنائي وقانون الأحوال الشخصية وغيرها. تهدف هذه التعديلات إلى تطوير الهيكل التشريعي في مختلف القطاعات، وكان أحدثها قانون العمل. نحاول في هذا المقال إلقاء الضوء على التعديلات التي أُدخلت على قانون العمل الجديد وتأثيرها على كلٍ من صاحب العمل والعامل.
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قوانين وتشريعات
1 متاح 1 • عرض الجميعFederal Decree-Law No. (33) of 2021 On the Regulation of Labor Relations 34
The provisions of this Decree-Law, known as "New UAE Labor Law", govern labour relations in the private sector of the United Arab Emirates. The New Labor Law repeals the previous UAE Labor Law (Federal Law No. (8) of 1980).
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- A requirement to repay AED 10,000 for training costs if she resigns within one year of starting the job.
- A clause stating that resigned or terminated employees will not receive any bonuses or incentives after leaving.
- A disclaimer that any clause violating the UAE Labour Law (Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021) will be considered invalid.
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Dear Sir/Madam,
I am currently involved in a court case against a developer who failed to fulfill his obligations under our contract. My lawyer filed the lawsuit at the beginning of the case, claiming the return of the amounts I paid.
Later, the court appointed an expert. The expert has now issued his report and concluded that the developer owes me a much higher amount than what was originally claimed by my lawyer, as the expert also included items such as lost profit and other damages.
I am confused and would like your guidance: in my situation, will the court’s decision be based on the expert’s report, or only on the lower amount requested by my lawyer in the lawsuit?
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1. How is it possible for the tenant to re-enter the UAE despite the travel ban and catch order?
2. What is the procedure for me to follow up and activate the catch order now that the tenant is in Dubai?
3. What further steps can we take to ensure the payment settlement is enforced?
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• Cease using or disclosing any confidential information, and
• Cease soliciting clients, partners, or staff.
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Could you please advise if this is considered an arbitrary dismissal under UAE Labour Law, and what compensation or claims I may be entitled to in this situation?
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Can I reject the rent increase (41%) & short notice (81 days) served by my landlord in RAK? 0
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I am seeking advice regarding a residential tenancy contract renewal in Ras Al Khaimah.
Situation:
Property: Residential unit in Ras Al Khaimah.
Current Annual Rent: AED 27,000.
Contract Expiry: December 21st, 2025.
Landlord's Proposal: Increase to AED 38,000 (approx. 41% increase).
Notification Date: October 1st, 2025 (81 days before expiry).
My Questions:
Notice Period Validity: Is a notice of 81 days for a rent increase legally valid in Ras Al Khaimah, given the common requirement of 90 days' prior notice?
Rent Increase Legality: Is a 41% rent increase permissible under RAK rental laws and the RAK Municipality Rental Index, or are there caps/guidelines?
Tenant's Rights: What are my rights in this situation? Can I insist on renewing at the current rent (AED 27,000) due to the invalid notice?
Dispute Resolution: What is the process for escalating this to the Ras Al Khaimah Rent?
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عرض الجميعIs termination with a 30-day notice but without a valid reason considered arbitrary dismissal? 0
Hi,
I would like to get your legal advice regarding my employment termination.
I was on a 24-month limited contract, and I’m currently in my 10th month. The company terminated me with a 30-day notice period, but without any valid reason, prior warning, or performance issue.
Could you please advise if this is considered an arbitrary dismissal under UAE Labour Law, and what compensation or claims I may be entitled to in this situation?
Thank you in advance for your help!
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Dear Sir/Madam,
I am currently involved in a court case against a developer who failed to fulfill his obligations under our contract. My lawyer filed the lawsuit at the beginning of the case, claiming the return of the amounts I paid.
Later, the court appointed an expert. The expert has now issued his report and concluded that the developer owes me a much higher amount than what was originally claimed by my lawyer, as the expert also included items such as lost profit and other damages.
I am confused and would like your guidance: in my situation, will the court’s decision be based on the expert’s report, or only on the lower amount requested by my lawyer in the lawsuit?
Thank you very much for your advice. The court is in Shajrah.
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How to respond to a non-compete legal notice from a former employer? 0
I received a legal notice from my ex-company. They claim I breached a non-compete and confidentiality undertaking by joining another company and demand that I:
• Terminate my new employment immediately,
• Stop working for any competitor for 12 months,
• Cease using or disclosing any confidential information, and
• Cease soliciting clients, partners, or staff.
I deny these allegations. I completed a full handover, have no company data, and resigned lawfully in July 2025. In fact, they never provided me with an employment visa, delayed my UAE contract by 12 months, and failed to pay me for overtime and holiday work despite repeated complaints to HR.
The workplace was toxic and harmed my mental health. Now, all of a sudden, they have started threatening me to leave the current company by sending me a legal notice.
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How can I sell a property registered under my minor daughters’ names within a month? 0
Hello,
I have bought a property and registered it under my daughters’ names. Their ages are 16, 17, and 20 years old. The property is on handover now, and we got approval to go for a mortgage.
However, I have decided to sell it. What would be the easiest way to get approval to sell the property within 1 month and to have the revenue divided as follows: 70% from the selling price will go to a better investment, and 30% will go for their education?
Please advise me.
FYI: I was born in the UAE, and all my daughters were born in the UAE.
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عرض الجميعWill the court rule based on the expert’s higher report or my lawyer’s lower claim? 0
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am currently involved in a court case against a developer who failed to fulfill his obligations under our contract. My lawyer filed the lawsuit at the beginning of the case, claiming the return of the amounts I paid.
Later, the court appointed an expert. The expert has now issued his report and concluded that the developer owes me a much higher amount than what was originally claimed by my lawyer, as the expert also included items such as lost profit and other damages.
I am confused and would like your guidance: in my situation, will the court’s decision be based on the expert’s report, or only on the lower amount requested by my lawyer in the lawsuit?
Thank you very much for your advice. The court is in Shajrah.
2025/09/26
27
How to enforce a catch order on a tenant back in Dubai despite a travel ban? 0
Good morning,
I am a landlord in a case against my tenant, who has been evicted due to non-payment of rent. The court has already issued the eviction order and provided me with a list of the tenant’s furniture. I also applied for a travel ban and license blocks against the tenant.
However, I recently found out that the tenant is currently in Dubai. Since I already have a catch order from the court, could you please advise me on the following:
1. How is it possible for the tenant to re-enter the UAE despite the travel ban and catch order?
2. What is the procedure for me to follow up and activate the catch order now that the tenant is in Dubai?
3. What further steps can we take to ensure the payment settlement is enforced?
I would appreciate your urgent guidance on this matter.
Thanks!
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What if someone borrows from loan apps and leaves before the first installment is due? 0
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What happens if a person takes a loan from applications such as instant loan apps and exits before the first installment is paid?
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The first installment repayment date has not yet come.
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How to respond to a non-compete legal notice from a former employer? 0
I received a legal notice from my ex-company. They claim I breached a non-compete and confidentiality undertaking by joining another company and demand that I:
• Terminate my new employment immediately,
• Stop working for any competitor for 12 months,
• Cease using or disclosing any confidential information, and
• Cease soliciting clients, partners, or staff.
I deny these allegations. I completed a full handover, have no company data, and resigned lawfully in July 2025. In fact, they never provided me with an employment visa, delayed my UAE contract by 12 months, and failed to pay me for overtime and holiday work despite repeated complaints to HR.
The workplace was toxic and harmed my mental health. Now, all of a sudden, they have started threatening me to leave the current company by sending me a legal notice.
2025/10/03
27
How can I sell a property registered under my minor daughters’ names within a month? 0
Hello,
I have bought a property and registered it under my daughters’ names. Their ages are 16, 17, and 20 years old. The property is on handover now, and we got approval to go for a mortgage.
However, I have decided to sell it. What would be the easiest way to get approval to sell the property within 1 month and to have the revenue divided as follows: 70% from the selling price will go to a better investment, and 30% will go for their education?
Please advise me.
FYI: I was born in the UAE, and all my daughters were born in the UAE.
2025/10/03
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