Q: I am working as a registered nurse in Abu Dhabi in a reputed hospital. Recently, I got an offer from a government hospital. I am planning to resign from my hospital, but they said that they will issue a 1-year ban against me and I need to pay 3 months salary. My contract is limited and I have just completed my 2 months. Would anyone give me a clear idea?

Q: Hi Sir! Good day! I have resigned from my company and they served 30 days' notice as per the contract. Now, I have an offer from a new company but it's urgent, I requested them to reduce my notice to 20 days and will pay for the 10 days left. But they declined. What actions should I take to grant my request? I haven't used my annual leave and I'm running 11 months.

Q: Dear Jassim, I am an employee with a private firm on an unlimited contract. I have resigned and my contract mentions a notice period for 60 days, however, I want to serve only 30 days due to other issues. The company force me to serve full 60 days period. Can I use "compensation in lieu of notice" and pay for the 30 days notice or can they company (if they want) still put a one year ban on me? Regards

Q: Hi, Good day! I have been working in my company for about 1 year and 1 month and I want to resign to go back home to my country. Are there any consequences for that? Any advice, please?

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