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Unpaid for graphic design work. Can I report and recover my dues?
Dear Sir/Madam,
I worked as a graphic designer for a crypto project, and the company is registered in Dubai. Last July and August, I sent my work at the end of each month as usual.
The person responsible for the company owns an Emirati residency permit but currently lives in Austria. When I made the deal, he instructed me to wait for the payment and provided various excuses to avoid paying me the total amount of $4400.
Since then, every month, I have been sending messages to the team requesting my payment, but I only receive excuses.
Last month, I sent him a message, and he disrespected me as a woman. He informed me that the project is dead, and he won't pay. However, the company is still active and registered in Dubai.
I have all the proofs, including chats and screenshots. I feel scammed, and this situation is negatively impacting my mental health as it is unfair.
My question is, can I report him to ensure he pays me? Is there anything I can do?
No official contract was signed from their side; I only have WhatsApp and Telegram conversations.
Dear Client,
Thanks for your question! I hope you are doing well. I will assist you in this matter.
In the UAE, you can take steps to recover unpaid wages for your work as a graphic designer, even without a formal contract.
Collect all evidence, including WhatsApp and Telegram conversations. Consult with us to assess your case.
Consider filing a labor complaint with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) for mediation.
If necessary, explore legal action through civil courts. Evidence of your communication can support your claim for unpaid wages.
For any further legal assistance, you can WhatsApp us. We have an extensive team of knowledgeable and experienced lawyers to provide the legal assistance you need.
We will be happy to help you.
Thanks & Regards,
ABDUL WAHIED
Dear Questioner,
We are sorry for the wrongful deprivation of your money.
We can help you file a lawsuit on your behalf and recover all your financial rights, in addition to requesting fair compensation for the delay in payment.
For further inquiries about your topic, you can reach our office or contact us on WhatsApp.
Dear Inquirer
We are pleased to serve you and address your inquiries.
You can file a case to get paid for the work you did. Just make sure to prove the job details, where it was done, the agreed payment.
WhatsApp messages can be used as evidence in UAE courts.
If anything else is required, don’t hesitate to contact us via email or call our offices in Dubai or Sharjah.
Jasim Al Haddad Law Firm
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