Can I change jobs while a work site accident investigation is ongoing and I am the manager?

Yes, you can transfer your work to another company during the investigation.

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Yes, you can change your job while the investigation is ongoing, but your responsibility in the case will continue.

Yes, you may change jobs while the investigation is ongoing.

The law does not prohibit changing jobs during an investigation, unless there are specific legal restrictions that stipulate otherwise or the nature of the incident includes criminal offenses that require you to remain in your position [5, 6].

However, the decision to change jobs should be made carefully, considering the impact on the potential investigation and your professional reputation.

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Dear Client,

Thank you for your question.

In the UAE, if you are involved in a police investigation, especially linked to a workplace incident, changing jobs during the investigation can be complex.

Generally, a person under investigation or with a travel ban may face restrictions on changing employment or processing a new visa until the case is resolved and any imposed travel bans are lifted.

If there is no travel ban yet and an arrest warrant has not been issued, it may be possible to change jobs, but this depends on the specifics of the case and pending legal proceedings.

It is strongly recommended to consult with us to assess your situation, liaise with authorities, and guide you on the possibility and procedure for changing jobs during an ongoing investigation.

Please let us know if you need assistance in this matter.

Best regards,

Thank you for contacting us via Legal Advice Middle East.

In your case, while the police investigation is still ongoing, your ability to transfer to a new employer depends on whether any restrictions have been placed on your name.

If there is no travel ban or judicial order, you may proceed with a new employment visa, but delays are possible if the system reflects an active case.

If a restriction has been applied, you will not be able to finalize the job change until the matter is resolved.

The most important step is to verify your legal status directly with the police or court before starting the transfer process.

At RASHID ALKAITOOB ADVOCATES & LEGAL CONSULTANTS, we can assist you in confirming your legal position and guide you through the safest way to proceed with your employment transition.

We provide a complimentary 20-minute listening session before advising the next steps. Our multilingual team is available in Arabic, English, Russian, Hindi, and Chinese.