An employee ran away, returned the laptop formatted, and hasn't repaid loans. What now?

Hello,

My name is Sakina Dickenwala from MBC Legal. I see that your employee has absconded and returned the laptop after formatting all the data.

In this case, you can file an absconding case. The employer can also file a complaint with the police and take legal action against the employee to recover the damages incurred.

In addition, if the employee has outstanding loans with the company, the employer can also take legal action to recover the amount owed.

This can include filing a case with the labor court or seeking assistance from the police to locate the employee and recover the debt.

It is important to note that the employer must have proper documentation and evidence to support their claims, such as a signed contract or loan agreement.

In some cases, the employer may also be able to obtain a travel ban against the employee, preventing them from leaving the country until the debt is paid off.

However, this can only be done through a court order. Overall, it is important for employers to have proper measures in place to protect their company property and to have clear policies and procedures for dealing with employees who run away or fail to pay back loans.

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Dear Questioner,

In this case, you must open a complaint against the employee to settle all outstanding amounts.

Dear questioner,

You can initiate legal proceedings against the employee for criminal breach of confidential information as well as a civil suit for loan recovery.

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We can assist you in filing a claim for breaching his contract and for the loss due to the deleted data as compensation. Do you have any proof of the loan?

Dear Questioner,

According to UAE law, an employee who runs away and does not return company property, such as a laptop, can be held liable for damages.

In this case, the employee may be required to pay for the cost of the laptop or the cost of replacing the data that was lost due to formatting.

In addition, if the employee has outstanding loans with the company, the employer can take legal action to recover the unpaid amount.

This can include filing a case with the labor court or seeking assistance from the police to locate the employee and recover the unpaid loans.

It is important to note that the employer must have proper documentation and evidence to support their claims, such as a signed loan agreement or proof of the cost of the laptop.

It is recommended to seek legal advice and assistance in such cases to ensure that all legal procedures are followed correctly.

Dear Questioner,

Thank you for reaching out to me with your concern regarding your former employee's misconduct and outstanding loans.

I understand the seriousness of this situation and the impact it can have on your business operations and financial stability.

In such cases, there are legal avenues available to address the actions of the employee and to pursue the recovery of the outstanding loans.

As an experienced attorney in Dubai, I can provide you with the guidance and support needed to navigate through this challenging situation.

Firstly, regarding the employee's unauthorized actions of formatting the laptop and deleting data, there are legal remedies available to address this misconduct.

We can explore options such as filing a complaint with the relevant authorities and pursuing legal action against the employee for damages caused.

Secondly, in terms of recovering the outstanding loans, there are legal processes that can be initiated to compel the employee to fulfill their financial obligations.

This may involve initiating debt recovery proceedings through the appropriate legal channels.

To provide you with personalized advice and discuss the specific details of your case further, I recommend scheduling a consultation at your earliest convenience.

During our consultation, we can discuss the specifics of the situation, assess your legal options, and formulate a strategic plan to address your concerns effectively.

Please feel free to contact me via WhatsApp or phone at [----------] to schedule a consultation or if you have any further questions. I am here to assist you every step of the way and provide the legal support you need.