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Can employer penalize me for resigning with 30-day notice?
Dear Sir/Madam,
I resigned from my job with a 30-day notice because I can no longer work in an unhealthy environment. My mental health is being affected on a daily basis, so I had to resign.
My employer is trying to penalize me for not staying on for 90 days. However, it is impossible for me to stay on for 90 days when I am severely unhappy and stressed out.
Surely, my employer should take into consideration that I provided a 30-day notice and not penalize me. What should I do?
Dear Questioner,
If your employment contract specifies a 90-day notice period, you must follow it. Otherwise, you may pay in lieu of notice.
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Dear Client,
Thanks for your question! I hope you are doing well. I will definitely assist you in this matter.
Resigning with a 30-day notice due to an unhealthy work environment is reasonable for your well-being.
Check your employment contract to see if it allows for a shorter notice period.
UAE labor laws do generally require employees to provide a 90-day notice period unless both parties agree to a shorter notice period in the employment contract.
If your employer insists on penalizing you, you can reach out to the MOHRE and lodge a complaint against your employer for any labor-related issues, including disputes over notice periods and penalties.
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