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8 available 8 • View allThe legal action against a husband fixed a spy camera at home

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Q: Dear sir/madam,
I spotted that my husband has fixed a spy camera with audio at home without my knowledge.
He spies on me every time at home.
What legal action can be taken for that? And in case I need to proceed without legal action on him, what should I do?
Kindly suggest!


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Husband's behavior is unacceptable. What to do?
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Q: Good day,
I have a complex situation here.
My husband and I recently moved into an apartment. I am concerned about our DEWA bill hence I asked him for the details so I can check the details online. He let me use his PC to check his e-mail and found some Talabat food orders in a specific spa.
Turned out that my husband has been going to massage with happy endings as he confessed all.
When I threatened him with divorce as it is really unacceptable, he turned the table against me saying that he will tell the court that I invaded his privacy.
I don't know which is a more grave situation here. Please enlighten me.
I really don't know what to do and have little to no proof of the said incident.
If I want to get a divorce, what will be the grounds for this?

Nov 30, 2022
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Divorce and maintenance for a wife
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Q: My husband is divorcing and said that he will not pay me any maintenance because I hired somebody to hack his phone because I suspect adultery.

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How to deal with a wife who keeps checking the phone?

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Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
My friend is having marital problems because his wife keeps checking his phone without his permission, especially when he is asleep.
This is a major source of conflict between them, especially when his wife finds pictures of other women on his phone.


Aug 23, 2023
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Can WhatsApp messages be used as evidence of adultery?

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Q: Dear Sir/Madam,
Can my spouse use WhatsApp messages that he took from linking his phone or tablet to my account without my knowledge or through Google Web as evidence to file an adultery case against me?
Can I sue him for breaching my privacy as an individual?


Sep 4, 2023
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Privacy breach by former maid. How can she be held accountable for her dishonest actions?




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Q: Hello,
I'm seeking legal assistance for a concerning situation involving my former maid.
She took private photos inside my home and is now sharing them with my ex-partner, while also fabricating dates and being untruthful multiple times.
I aim to take legal action to address her breach of privacy and hold her accountable for her dishonest actions.
Can you assist me in navigating this matter and ensuring she acknowledges her wrongdoing?
Thank you for your support!





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Apr 26, 2024
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Is my controlling husband's secret tracking of my car legal?




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Q: Salam Alaykum,
My husband is very controlling. For instance, he refuses to transfer a SIM card from his name to mine. He takes pictures of my friends' cars when someone visits me and even spies on my child's tutor (a lady).
There are many other situations I won’t mention now. Recently, I discovered that he secretly added a tracking device to my car. Alhamdulillah, I have nothing to hide, but I want to know if he is allowed to do that.
Is it legal?
Kind Regards,





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Jan 23, 2025
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Can I file a case against a friend for privacy breach if he claimed I scolded him for his act?




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Q: On Jan 2, 2025, one of my close friends did a privacy breach and recorded me and my van in some specific place.
On Feb 5, when I called and asked him why he did this to me, he went and gave a complaint that I scolded him and threatened him.
The same case was later closed by the PP when we negotiated outside the station and apologized.
At this juncture, can I file a privacy breach case against him, which happened on Jan 2, 2025, and on Feb 5 I scolded him only for the privacy breach that happened on Jan 2?





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Mar 18, 2025
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1 available 1 • View allFederal Law No. (28) of 2005 On Personal Status 24
UAE Personal Status Law (also known as Personal Affairs Law) governs marriage, divorce, inheritance and other personal affairs in the United Arab Emirates. The law equally applies to citizens of the UAE and non-citizens unless one of them asks for the application of his home country law.
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I am working in the private sector, and currently I am in the probation period. I got a government job, so I submitted a one-month resignation notice.
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Is overtime applicable on work-from-home days under company’s policy? 0
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Can a company terminate an employee for refusing to do work not in the contract? 0
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Can the landlord send me an eviction notice for non-payment despite submitting an offer and deposit at RDC? 0
I’ve lived in my building for over 4 years, with the most recent rent being AED 50,000. Each year, the management collects cheques and extra AED 2,400–2,500 cash (no receipt) for management and Ejari fees.
My contract was due for renewal on 15 Feb 2025, but management delayed, demanding a 10% rent increase even though no formal 90-day notice and the RERA index did not allow it.
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I submitted my offer and deposit on 13th March, but the management didn’t respond. The case went to the judge on 14 April he ruled in my favor.
On 30 April, I applied for the execution of the ruling, and RDC says I can renew Ejari only on 8th May at DLD with cheques given to them.
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Respected Advisors,
I have been involved in a few criminal cases since 2017, but all of them were cleared by this year. I have obtained release letters for all the cases from the public prosecution office through an online portal.
Recently, I also received my residence visa. After the visa process was completed, I applied for a PCC online. However, the request was rejected.
I contacted the 901 office, and they advised me to visit the CID. I arranged for a power of attorney to be granted along with all the necessary documents to update the system.
Twice I was told to come in person, but I am hesitant to do so because of my previous negative experience.
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If I am applying for inheritance, does the minor need to have a share in ALL the properties and vehicles or can she be given a particular property/vehicle?
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Senior executive unfairly dismissed: How much compensation to claim? 2
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Up to how much should I claim, and would this be a realistic amount for me to "win"?
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In that case, what can I do?
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السؤال:
هل يجب أن أكون متزوجًا أو لدي من النساء مَن يقوم برعاية الأبناء حتى أربح القضية؟
علمًا بأنني أقيم بمفردي حاليًا.
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