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3 available 3 • View allRights of the employee upon termination without a valid reason
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Q: Sir,
What are my rights (terminal benefits) when terminated from employment as the company does not require my service?
There are no negative records in my service period and the company is now trying to reduce the cost as they have fewer jobs than expected.
I have worked for 2 years and 4 months (stamped second visa).
How will it be if termination with immediate effect and/or immediate termination with the salary in lieu of one-month notice?

Sep 26, 2018
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Arbitrary termination of a limited contract and rights of the employee
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Q: Hi,
My employer terminated my fixed term contract (which also has a 30 day notice period).
They are ignoring all communication and refusing to pay the outstanding salary and end of service (3 months).
They said if this goes to court they will claim financial hardship however the company is still trading.
Any advice on options or entitlements? The claim amount is over AED 200k.

Jun 18, 2018
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Termination of a limited contract by the employer
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Q: Hi Sir,
I am working with a company for 7 months, and today, they terminated me for poor sales performance. My contract is a limited contract.
Now, I have 2 questions,
1. Will I get any compensation & flight ticket?
2. Should I need to pay stock loss in my store since I am working in retail?
Regards,
Subin Franklin L

Oct 25, 2018
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3 available 3 • View allProvisions of Limited and Unlimited Labour Contracts in the UAE Labour Law 147
When an employee or employer mentions legal issues related to their labour relationship, the first question to be raised is: do you have a limited or unlimited labour contract? We try here to shed light on the relevant provisions of the limited and unlimited contracts in the UAE labour law pertaining to resignation, termination of employment, notice period and calculation of the end of service benefits.
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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.
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ماهية الإستشارة القانونية 0
إن الاستشارات القانونية هي أحد أهم أعمال المحاماة، وقد يعتقد البعض أنه ليس من الضروري تعيين محامي متخصص لأعمالهم أو شركاتهم إلا في حال التعرض لمشاكل قانونية، إلا أن حقيق الأمر تتطلب الحذر دائمًا، فبدلًا من أن تواجه ردود أفعال غير مرغوب فيها قد تكلفك الكثير من الوقت والجهد والمال، يمكنك الحصول على استشارة قانونية أياً كانت قيمتها فلا تقارن بقيمة الخسائر المادية والمشاكل القانونية التي قد تنتج عن التصرف بدونها، ولعل كثرة القضايا والمنازعات سببها عدم أخذ الرأي القانوني من أهل الخبرة.
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Laws & Regulations
2 available 2 • 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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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 allهل يمكن الزواج من إماراتي عسكري متقاعد عالمعاش بدون تقديم موافقه من جهه العمل؟ 0
السلام عليكم
هل يمكن الزواج من إماراتي عسكري متقاعد عالمعاش بدون تقديم موافقه من جهه العمل؟
وإذا تم الزواج فعلاً، هل يتاثر الزوج أو يتعاقب؟
وفي حال لم يقل الزوج مكان عمله، هل المأذون له طريقه ليعرف جهه العمل؟
هل يمكن الزواج عن بعد إذا كان الولي (الأخ) خارج الإمارات ولا يحمل هويه إماراتيه؟
وهل يجب فقط الشهود من نفس جنسيه الزوجة؟ هل هذا شرط ؟
واذا لم يتوفر، لا أستطيع تقديم طلب نهائي من شهود جنسيات أخرى مع العلم أن الزواج خارج المحكمة مع مأذون في عجمان.
مع العلم أن الزوج إماراتي متقاعد والزوجه أردنية (مطلقه مع شهادة طلاق صادرة من وزارة العدل بينونة كبرى) وشهادة وفاة ولي الأمر (والدي) من الإمارات، وفحص طبي من الإمارات.
Apr 24, 2025
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How can I remove the HIV ban and return to the UAE now that I am undetectable? 0
Hello,
I didn't get my visa renewed due to failing the medical for HIV. I am now undetectable, so it is not transmissible.
How can I get the ban removed and return to the UAE?
What documents do I need?
Apr 24, 2025
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Do I need to inform my current employer 2 months in advance if I plan to leave? 0
Hello,
I am planning to change to another company and I am waiting for the offer. The visa from the current company is going to end in 2 months.
Should I inform them about my leaving? I haven’t received any offer yet, so I didn’t inform them, and they’re asking about the renewal every day.
Is it mandatory to inform them 2 months in advance?
Apr 24, 2025
14
Is an employer required to provide insurance for an employee's dependents? 0
Hello,
Is there a law that mandates an employer to provide insurance for an employee's dependents?
Apr 23, 2025
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How to renew a company's trade license without an Ejari due to a rental dispute? 0
Hello,
Kindly advise how to renew a company's trade license without an Ejari when there is a disagreement with the landlord over the rental contract.
Apr 23, 2025
22
Will a person be held liable for money owed by the landlord to the tenant if he has a POA from the landlord? 0
If a landlord has granted a power of attorney to another individual to handle their property and litigation, can the PoA holder be held liable for an execution order, especially where a property has been sold and the owner owes money to a previous tenant for a RERA case?
The proceeds of sale have been transferred into accounts held in the name of the PoA holder.
Apr 22, 2025
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Having received my judgment amount, am I also entitled to the Dubai Insurance amount? 0
Hello,
After I filed for execution in Abu Dhabi Enforcement Labor, the company deposited the judgment amount in the court bank account. I have finally received my judgment money in my bank account.
Could you please advise about the Dubai Insurance amount of AED 20,000 still showing in the system, as Dubai Insurance was the counterparty and the case status is still showing "In Enforcement"?
Will I receive this insurance money as well, or will it be returned to Dubai Insurance?
Apr 21, 2025
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Is my landlord legally able to sue me for door scratches caused by my dog? 0
Hello,
Is my landlord legally able to sue me for door scratches caused by my dog?
They’ve withheld my security deposit and mentioned that they would take care of the repairs.
Apr 22, 2025
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Can I take legal action if a colleague accessed my private messages at work? 0
Hello,
My colleague opened my computer and checked my WhatsApp messages while I was out of the office.
Can I file a case against this person?
What legal procedure should I follow?
Apr 21, 2025
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How long does child support enforcement take, and how can I speed it up? 0
Hello,
I filed an execution order against my ex-husband to ensure he pays child support. The judge issued an order to impound his vehicles and accounts; however, this has not yet been carried out.
Could you advise on how long this process typically takes and whether there are any additional actions I can take to enforce the payment?
I would appreciate your guidance on the best course of action to ensure my ex-husband complies with the order.
Thank you for your time and assistance!
Apr 21, 2025
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View allWhat is the legal process of acquiring 50% ownership stake in a local company in Dubai? 0
A local company in Dubai intends to acquire a 50% ownership stake in an auto repair business currently owned by an individual (100%).
We are seeking professional legal advisory services to guide us through the acquisition process.
Apr 11, 2025
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What is the statute of limitations for filing a civil lawsuit in the UAE? 1
Hello,
What is the statute of limitations for filing a civil lawsuit in the UAE?
Jan 21, 2025
218
What can I do if my company terminated me without warning while I'm on probation? 1
Dear Sir/Madam,
My company terminated me with no written warning last April 5, and they said I need to work up until April 30 to receive my pay, but until now, they're holding it.
Can someone help me with what I can do, please? And is it right to terminate me with no warning?
I'm under probation with the company; I've been working with them for four months.
May 14, 2024
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How to implement the divorce judgment and claim alimony and custody? 1
First instance divorce judgment has been provided based on Article 7 of Federal Law 41 of 2022 and based on Article 133 of the Civil Procedures Code - the defendant was requested to pay expenses and fees.
Later, I received a notification to apply for implementation of the ruling and execution proceedings!
What action is required from the plaintiff?
Under Article 133 of the civil procedure code, can compensation for damage be claimed? And what type of evidence must be submitted?
Within how many days must the implementation of the ruling and execution proceedings be raised by the plaintiff to the court?
What are the rights, roles, and responsibilities of husband and wife regarding child custody and child support based on the above judgment?
Mar 15, 2024
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Can a bank recover unpaid credit card dues after 6 years in the UAE? 5
Hello,
I would like to know if the bank can claim recovery after 6 years of not paying credit card dues in the UAE.
Mar 15, 2024
1192
I am overseas. How should a 12-month eviction notice be sent to a tenant? 1
Dear Sir/Madam,
How should a 12-month eviction notice be sent to a tenant?
I am overseas as the landlord and am wondering what the most convenient way is.
Feb 15, 2024
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How to respond when company account funds are seized without notice? 1
Good afternoon,
Respected Lawyers!
I live in Ajman. I am facing a situation where I suddenly received a message in my LLC company account SMS stating that a certain amount has been debited and seized by court.
The debited amount is too high and the company account had very little cash so it's showing in minus. Without any calls from the court for a case hearing or judgment, I found this execution message straight away in my bank account SMS.
Today, I found the very same message & same amount debited from my personal account too. How is it that the same amount will be taken twice, I have an LLC company and I even own property that is under mortgage.
Still trying to get all the details from the court regarding the case that led to this execution.
Can this be appealed and come to a better conclusion?
Can they seize my personal property, since they have taken over my personal bank account?
Kindly guide me in this matter!
Feb 12, 2024
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If I resign immediately due to work pressure, would I pay compensation? 2
Dear Sir/Madam,
I am under a lot of work pressure from my company's side, and I informed them of all the issues by email. However, I have not received any reply from their side. I can't tolerate the pressure anymore.
In this situation, I want to resign immediately without a notice period.
Would I pay any compensation to my employer?
Feb 12, 2024
259
How to protect my interests after my landlord sells the property? 1
Hi,
My landlord has just sold the property. I'd like to know what needs to be done from my side to be on the safe side in the future.
1) Do they require my signature to sell the property?
2) Should I ask for the return of the upcoming cheques from the old landlord and issue new ones for the new landlord? I have been asked to issue a new cheque for the new landlord for the upcoming payment time.
3) Anything else I should be careful about?
Many thanks!
Feb 5, 2024
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How do I file a settlement complaint for a free zone company? 6
Dear Sir/Madam,
How do I file a settlement complaint for a free zone company?
I tried calling MOHRE but reached a dead end.
Feb 6, 2024
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