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8 available 8 • View allUndelivered goods after payment of the price
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Q: I represent a Libyan company that made a purchase of goods from Dubai.
In accordance with the legal procedures, I have sent a bank credit against bank documents.
The money was sent to Dubai and the company in Dubai sent bank legal documents to receive the money but did not send the goods.
How can I recover my physical rights?

Jun 12, 2018
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Civil case for the recovery of funds due to non-performance of contract

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Q: A Sharjah based firm for an Indian issued a proforma invoice and collected on 16.12.2016.
But he neither supplied scrap material nor is he responding to my client's calls.
I am an Indian lawyer. My client is based in Chennai India. what is the procedure?


May 5, 2019
664
Payment of a commercial invoice with VAT
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Q: We are purchasing some taxable material from the UAE, and our main contractor agrees to pay this material cost on behalf of us.
So, in which name should the supplier issue the Invoice, the name of our main contractor or our name?
And also please clarify Input Tax Claim method.

Apr 23, 2018
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The best option to solve a dispute with a client after losing his money
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Q: A client raised a case against our company in Sharjah for some financial disputes.
One of our suppliers took our money and ran away almost one year ago, now our situation is that we are not in a position to give back money to our client.
In this case, what is the best possible option to solve this case in court or with our client?
Your quick response will be highly appreciated!

Oct 7, 2020
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How to force a UAE supplier to perform obligations toward client outside

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Q: Hello.
We are an oil services company registered outside the UAE, dealing with a UAE-based company that keeps postponing the shipment of our order.
As a result, we bear penalties due to the delay per day as per our contract with our client. Is there a possibility to file a lawsuit against the UAE-based company?
Is there a government agency that resolves business disputes between local and international businesses before resorting to litigation?


Nov 22, 2020
388
How to combat a court judgement in favor of client for incurred losses


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Q: We had a commercial case from our client after he breached the agreed completion period. He claimed more than what he has paid as an advance and we have proved that the work is done close to the advance received.
The court has given the judgement to pay back part of the advance received against the work completed but we are not happy with the judgement as we have incurred losses due to the extended execution period.
During the court sessions, we have defended ourselves for the claims made by the client and we haven't been to the court of cassation.
Referring to the res judicata, can we open a new case for the damages incurred along with the loss of profit for the termination of the contract as he delayed the project beyond the agreed execution period?
We have even delivered the required materials to the site for execution. He has blocked our license and in the interim, can we request the court to settle the payment to the client in small monthly instalments?



Apr 12, 2021
348
How to claim back amounts paid to a supplier in Dubai for goods they never delivered?
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Q: My name is N. from [-------- Ltd], an importer of energy storage products based in New Zealand.
We are in the process of seeking a refund from our supplier (an LLC in Dubai) to recuperate funds from deposits we have paid for stock that we have never received.
The total credit we have with the LLC is USD $68,030.62. This is split across 2 orders; the first purchase order is dated 4th March 2021, and payment was made on 9 March 2021, totaling USD $29,217.50.
We then issued a second purchase order dated 26th May 2021, and payment was made on 3 June 2021, totaling USD$38,473.12.
Total payments and credit on 3rd June 2021 were USD $68,450.62. The total goods received on 3 June 2021 were USD $420.00. Total owed to [------Ltd] on 3 June 2021was $68,030.62.
This was delayed until November 2022 and is still not ready, we issued a formal order for cancellation on 14 December 2022.

Jan 13, 2023
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I finished all execution steps. How to prevent the employer from lifting travel ban until paying my dues?



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Q: My labor implementation case is currently in progress.
Despite taking several steps, such as inquiring about the bank account and blocking the traffic file, my employer has not responded and disregarded the court's decision. As a result, I requested a travel ban, and the court accepted my request.
Now, the employer is actively working to lift the travel ban. He has submitted six requests to the court for its cancellation, arguing that he is a local, the company is an LLC, and he comes from a reputed family.
He also stated that the highest court had declared the travel ban to be a violation of human rights and that the non-payment was due to the company’s financial losses, not the manager’s fault. However, the court rejected his request.
The employer has now filed a grievance with the Execution Circuit for the Court Head.
Could you advise me if there is anything I need to do?
Should I just patiently wait to see how the court proceeds with the case against the company manager?




Dec 19, 2024
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Legal blog
3 available 3 • View allThe law does not protect fraudsters 8
The UAE Penal Code, like all other laws, addresses the crime of fraud in Article 399 of the UAE Federal Penal Code, which stipulates that whoever seizes, for himself or another, a movable property, or obtains a document or signature thereon, cancellation or destruction thereof or amendment thereto by fraudulent means, or by assuming a false name or capacity, where such an act leads to deception of a victim and leads him to surrender shall be punished by imprisonment or fine.
Apr 19, 2023
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المنازعات الضريبية من الألف إلى الياء وفق قانون الإجراءات الضريبية الجديد 18
تأتي هذه المقالة ملخصاً موجزاً لإجراءات المنازعات الضريبية في دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة على النحو الذي رسمها المرسوم بقانون اتحادي رقم 28 لسنة 2022 بشأن قانون الإجراءات الضريبية الاتحادي.
May 29, 2023
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UAE Launches World’s First E-Commerce VAT Refund System for Tourists 2
Before shipping their online purchases, UAE Tourists can now apply easily for VAT refunds through e-commerce platforms that are registered with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). To confirm their eligibility at the time of purchase, they can simply provide the specifics of their travel documents and pertinent personal information.
Dec 19, 2024
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Laws & Regulations
2 available 2 • View allFederal Law No. (18) of 1993 Issuing the Commercial Transactions Law 19
This Law applies to merchants, as well as to all acts of commerce carried out in the UAE by any person even though he be not a trader. Commercial matters regarding which specific Federal laws are issued shall be subject to the provisions of such laws, and to the provisions hereof which do not contradict with said laws.
Sep 7, 1993
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Federal Law No. (5) of 1985 On the Civil Transactions Law of the United Arab Emirates 96
The provisions of this law, promulgating UAE Civil Code, govern the civil transactions in the United Arab Emirates. The commercial transactions remain subject to the laws and regulations applicable in their regard.
Dec 15, 1985
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Hi Hayyan,
In 2014 I had been to Qatar on a "Work-Business" visa valid for 30 days. Before my visa expiration, I fled from Qatar back to India without informing the sponsor or office management.
After I returned to India, I received an email from HR stating that the Qatari sponsor has filed an absconding case, a civil case, and a criminal case against me with the Ministry of Interior in Qatar.
Now my question is, can I travel to Dubai on a work visa?
Will there be any issue entering Dubai assuming that the Qatari sponsor has filed the said cases against me?
Awaiting your response,
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Currently staying in India.
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We are a tech startup creating the first auto/car service and repair marketplace.
As a marketplace, we only facilitate listing and booking the services while the service providers (the workshops) are the service providers and are responsible to deliver and carry the selected /booked job.
We need to draft a marketplace supplier/service provider agreement between us and the workshops outlining the responsibilities and liabilities of both sides.
I would like to work with a law firm that has previous experience in drafting such marketplace-related agreements.
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Hi Mohammed,
We are a tech startup creating an auto service and repair marketplace. As a marketplace, we only facilitate listing and booking the services while the service providers (the workshops) are the service providers and are responsible to deliver and carry the selected/booked job.
We need to draft a marketplace supplier/service provider agreement between us and the workshops outlining the responsibilities and liabilities of both sides. I would like to work with a law firm that has previous experience in drafting such marketplace-related agreements.
Is this something you can work on and have previous experience in?
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Legal assistance in preparing T&Cs and privacy policy for startups 0
Hi,
I am starting a website that connects freelancers to media professionals and individuals. It will be a marketplace sort of platform.
Where can I find a legal advisor to help with the terms and conditions and privacy policy for startups?
Thank you for your reply in advance.
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Legal requirements for starting a business by a minor 0
Legal requirements for starting a business by a minor in the UAE
I am currently 16 and I’m an Emirati national. I am willing to start my own e-commerce business.
Is it possible to get an e-commerce license even if I am a minor?
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