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5 available 5 • View allPossibility of taking a leave during the probation period
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Q: Hi,
I'm working in Dubai for the past three months and I'm in the probation period. Can I get leave for 10 days when I'm in my probation period?

Dec 17, 2019
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Is the employer's approval required for a short travel?
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Q: Hi.
Good day,
I just like to ask if I can go out of the country for a vacation, even without the approval of my employer since my vacation is just two days and I will be back as soon as possible.
In my contract, there is nothing saying that I can't travel during my contract. Is it okay, because I really miss my family?
Thanks in advance.

Apr 18, 2018
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What to do if the employer does not approve an emergency leave?


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Q: Good day!
I would like to seek help. I filed an emergency leave because my mother was in the hospital and I want to go home.
But the company is asking me to deposit AED 5,000 and my passport is with them and they don't want to give it to me.
What should I do?
Thank you!



Sep 29, 2022
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Are teachers eligible for winter holiday pay in December after joining in August?

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Q: Hello,
In a school setting where the date of joining is in August, should teachers be eligible for winter holiday pay in December, considering they have not completed probation?


Dec 7, 2023
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Can a private sector employee take a public holiday during the probation period?


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Q: Can a private sector employee take a public holiday during the probation period?



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How to know the reason for rejecting the police clearance certificate? 0
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Can I cancel my house sale contract without extra fees after personal plans changed? 0
Dear Lawyers,
I signed a Form F with a buyer for the sale of my house as we were planning to leave the country. The contract was signed about a month ago, but the handover is not until August.
Due to personal circumstances changing, we are no longer leaving Dubai and would like to cancel Form F.
The Form F contract stipulates that we have to pay the buyer 10% of the purchase value. The real estate agent is now claiming that we also have to pay the buyer's real estate commission and the conveyancing fee.
Our understanding is that the 10% penalty is the only penalty. Which is correct, and what are the next steps to dispute this?
Also, is there any way to dispute the 10% itself under the law due to personal circumstances changing?
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Can the landlord evict me from apartment for personal use if he lives in his own property? 0
The owner sent me a notice by email saying that he doesn't want to renew the contract for the purpose of personal use.
He didn't mention what this personal use means. He already has multiple houses for rent and he has his own which he is living in currently.
Is it legal to evict me?
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Aug 31, 2023
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How to know if an offer letter I received from a company in the UAE is legit? 0
I got an offer letter from Al-Haldin Gulf Construction & Petroleum LLC. Can you please advise about the company?
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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.
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What is the statute of limitations for filing a civil lawsuit in the UAE? 0
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What is the statute of limitations for filing a civil lawsuit in the UAE?
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What can I do if my company terminated me without warning while I'm on probation? 0
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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.
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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?
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Can a bank recover unpaid credit card dues after 6 years in the UAE? 0
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How much time do I have to start paying after the verdict in the appeal court?
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What does Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022 mean with exempting supervisory roles from the provisions of the Labour Law? 0
Dear colleagues,
According to Article 15 of Cabinet Resolution No. 1 of 2022 (“Executive Regulations”), employees occupying supervisory roles are exempt from the provisions of the Labour Law and the Executive Regulations in relation to maximum working hours only if they possess powers equivalent to those of the employer.
Could you please clarify what is meant by "if they possess powers equivalent to those of the employer"?
Currently, we have heads of departments who report to the directors. Will they be eligible for overtime?
Also, those who have a POA to sign contracts will they be eligible?
Or, those who temporarily replace the CEO while he is out, will they be eligible?
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Can I stay home if my boss doesn’t pay my salary on time? 0
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Can I stay home if my boss doesn’t pay my salary on time?
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ثم تحصلت الزوجة الشريكة على شيك، فقام الشريك الأجنبي بفتح بلاغ خيانة أمانة واستلم زوجها الشيك.
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What are the penalties for employing workers without a visa? 0
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