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8 available 8 • View allClaiming arbitrary dismissal for termination without a reason
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Q: I would like to know if the actions of my employer are eligible.
I have been working for the company for more than 3 years. I got pregnant a few months back and I informed the management of my company about this.
I have been told that I can't go on maternity leave and I should submit my resignation letter asap, otherwise, the employer is going to terminate me with a ban or something like this, they did not clarify.
I do not want to lose the job. I just want to know if the law protects me in this situation.

Feb 24, 2016
8763
Debt recovery case from a company owner who fled the country
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Q: We are an LLC company in Dubai, an India resident. We sold goods to a general trading company in Dubai.
He paid 30 % cash and a balance in a post-dated cheque of AED 63000. We presented the cheque two times, and the cheque bounced 2 times.
We have gone to the office many times but the office is closed and the person ran away to India.
As we are also Indian, after a court case in Dubai can we file a case against the person in India?

Nov 27, 2018
1485
Termination due to redundancy and notice period
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Q: Hello.
I have been working for one company a year and a half. Yesterday, I was told that due to redundancy they don't require my services.
The letter they gave me is extremely controversial- stating that my contract is terminated with immediate effect, and on the other side, I am asked to serve a one-month contractual notice.
So my question is, is that legal? Am I entitled for more than one salary due to redundancy? Do I have to work for the notice since its immediate termination?
Thank you

Oct 4, 2018
5413
Termination for redundancy and gratuity payment via PDC
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Q: Dear Mr Hari,
I would like to ask your advice.
I have got a termination of my employment (unlimited contract) due to redundancy on September 2017 (a year ago).
Since my son is under my sponsorship & studying in a Dubai school, I have requested to not cancel the visa until it expires itself.
The company agreed to it due to the bad financial situation and inability to pay right away my "end of service" benefits.
Every 2-3 months they were paying some amounts of the annual leave & annual tickets.
My employment visa was cancelled completely in October 2018, and again due to bad financial situation the company was not able to pay the gratuity right away, so they provided the PDC.

Dec 12, 2018
1556
Compensation for the employee in case of termination for redundancy
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Q: Hi
I'm employed by a Dubai-based LLC entity, and it has been 20 months as of now & my contract states as an unlimited period.
In case the employer terminates my contract with immediate effect due to the cost of redundancy, please advise what will be the end of service & compensations.
Thanks

Dec 7, 2018
1651
The rights of a pregnant lady when being terminated before delivery
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Q: Hi,
I am a pregnant lady (7 months) working in a construction company (project base).
My issue is if I am going to be terminated before my delivery, can I demand compensation till the end of maternity leave?
What action do I need to do if this happens?
Thank you!

Dec 8, 2020
482
The rights of an employee in case of termination for pregnancy
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Q: Good evening,
I have been working for this company in Dubai for almost 4 years now and I have received a bonus of good performance and dedication at least 2 times from my employer.
I recently got pregnant and informed my boss. Note that this is my second pregnancy in the same company and I have worked very well with no absences or sick leaves.
All of a sudden my boss sent me an email to terminate my contract stating the reason for termination as due to unsatisfactory performance.
I would like to know if she had to right to do so knowing that I am pregnant.
Thank you.

Feb 21, 2021
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HR manager asking personal questions: Can I complain to MOHRE?
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Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
Can I complain about my HR manager to MOHRE for a reason that I think is reasonable?
Are they also allowed to ask their colleagues personal questions?

Sep 24, 2023
96
Legal blog
4 available 4 • View allTermination Without a Valid Reason - What Can You Do? 12
An interview-format article covering the topic of employment termination without a valid reason in the UAE. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW. Ludmila discusses the aspects of termination, like notice periods, end of service benefits, arbitrary dismissal, unpaid salaries etc.
Jan 15, 2020
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Maternity Rights as per the UAE Labour Law 12
This Article explores the maternity rights envisaged under the UAE labour law [Federal Law No. 8 of 1980 regulating Employment Relations in the UAE (the 'Employment Law')] and also about the important points to be noted while availing the leave.
Nov 10, 2020
7621
Harassment Law in the UAE 1
An interview-format article covering the topic of harassment in the UAE. This is from the legal podcast of lawyer Ludmila Yamalova, the founder of Lawgical with LYLAW.
May 17, 2021
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An Overview of the New UAE Labor Law and Recent Amendments of 2024 233
The UAE has adopted a major reform in its legislative system that brought about 40 new laws and amendments to the company law, criminal law, personal status, among others. The amendments aim to develop the legislative structure in various sectors, the labor law being one of these, was the most recent. We try in this article to shed light on the changes introduced with the new labor law and their significance on both, the employer and employee.
Sep 10, 2024
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Laws & Regulations
3 available 3 • View allFederal Law No. (8) of 1980 Concerning the Regulation of Labor Relations 53
The provisions of this Law, known as "UAE Labour Law", govern the relationship between employers and employees and other labour matters in the United Arab Emirates. There are special labour related regulations applicable in some of the free zones in the UAE.
Apr 20, 1980
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Ministerial Decree No. (765) of 2015 On Rules and Conditions for the Termination of Employment Relations 8
This Decree sets the rules and conditions for the termination of fixed-term (limited) or unlimited (not term-bound) employment contract between employer and worker in the United Arab Emirates.
Sep 27, 2015
12408
Federal 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).
Sep 20, 2021
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View allHow to get the security deposit from landlord after finishing all proceedings? 0
The landlord has not returned my security deposit worth AED 5000. I filed a case and have judicial announcements that the landlord should return deposit+expenses. But still no response.
The landlord is out of the UAE and his property is handled by the agent. Not sure how to get my money back while I followed all procedures, even filed an execution case but no response.
While I keep paying to follow up on the case, the property is rented out to the next tenant and earning money. I feel like this system is created like this on purpose.
Apr 22, 2021
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Is it possible for the employer to drop a case filed by employee in free zone? 0
I filed a complaint to SHAMS regarding unpaid salaries.
My employer drafted a contract saying I should drop the complaint within a week. If I fail to do so, they have the right to do it themselves.
Is this acceptable?
Apr 22, 2021
503
Resignation after 15 days of work in limited employment contracts 0
I have just joined a company with a limited contract. I signed an MOL, but haven’t done the medical tests.
I am currently working and it’s been 15 days. Can I resign during this period or not?
What might be the problem that I could face? Will there be any ban?
Mar 10, 2021
1287
Winding down an LLC company and the liability of the manager after absconding 0
Hi there Michael,
I am a 24% shareholder in an LLC wherein the other shareholders are our local partner with 51% shares and the partner who is listed as manager on the trade license with 25% shares.
The manager has absconded leaving behind unpaid VAT and other debts that are well over 30 days due (up to a year). No proceedings by creditors have been filed against the company and the MOA contains a general POA in favor of the Manager.
I would like to wind down the company without going through bankruptcy procedures. My understanding is that the listed manager of an LLC is personally liable for the Company's debts.
I need advice about the procedures required to wind down the company. I do not wish to go through bankruptcy procedures as the finances and management of the company were being handled by the manager. I am just the creative director of the LLC.
Please advise as soon as possible.
Jun 18, 2020
1946
Employee benefits in case of termination during probation 0
Respected Sir,
My company terminated me under the probation period. What are my rights? Can the company give me the air ticket and salary?
Thanks
Jun 9, 2020
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