Q: The company I have worked at for over 3 years terminated my contract. The reason is not related to my work nor my performance. In your opinion, can my dismissal be considered arbitrary?… A: The dismissal can be considered as arbitrary, and you shall be entitled to a maximum of 3 months severance…

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Dismissal of an employee for unsatisfactory performance

The company I have worked at for over 3 years terminated my contract alleging that the company forecast is not famous, as the clients are not awarding us new jobs.

The reason is not related to my work nor my performance. Never had any negative feedback nor complaints whatsoever from the company.

In your opinion, can my dismissal be considered arbitrary?

Ahmed Odeh

MIO Law Firm (Abu Baker Salem Advocates & Legal Consultants)

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19 Sep 2017, 07:44

Hi,

Thanks for your question.

As per the UAE labour law, if a company terminates you due to their financial issues as opposed to your performance, this will be considered as arbitrary dismissal.

Hence in your case, the dismissal can be considered as arbitrary, and you shall be entitled to a maximum of 3 months severance pay, in addition to your end of service benefit.

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