Q: I have a question about the repatriation ticket and costs. As per the Labor Law, the employee is entitled to an air ticket. But our company has put another line that I will get this benefit only if I leave the country and don't stay in the UAE. Can this be enforced? "Repatriation Cargo Note: Please note that you will NOT be eligible for Repatriation Benefits, if you transfer your employment visa or if you shift jobs in the UAE or continue to stay in the country post cancellation of your employment visa. You need to secure approval on your repatriation cargo, and avail it within three (3) months from the last date of service. Repatriation Tickets The value of repatriation tickets which is 50% of your annual airfare for you will be added to your Final Settlement payment as per policy. Note: Please note that you will NOT be eligible for Repatriation Benefits, if you transfer your employment visa or if you shift jobs in the UAE or continue to stay in the country post cancellation of your employment visa."

Q: Hi, In our organization, one of our blue-collar workers who was under the influence of alcohol in our labor camps (Sharjah) fell from his bed and became unconscious. He was moved to a non-network hospital by ambulance due to the non-availability of space in the government hospital. The insurance company has also advised that since this an alcoholism-related case, it is not covered by insurance. For several months, his condition has not changed and the amount accumulated due to hospital bills is significant. My query is if the employee causes injury to himself and that act is not covered by insurance, is the employer/sponsor legally liable to foot the bill or it is primarily the employee's liability?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Kindly advise; your response is appreciated. I'm an HR in a contracting firm with about 300 employees, including 200+ laborers under the company visa. We are in the process of policy renewal. One of our laborers suffered a heart attack and was taken to the hospital, but his insurance has expired. The bills amount to 35k, and the hospital is requesting payment. Our boss and company are not ready to pay. The laborer's minimum salary of 1700. The hospital management mentioned the possibility of legal action if payment is not made. Please advise on alternative options.

Q: Hello, If the laborer had just entered Dubai and his insurance was under process, and during that period, he was hospitalized for a brain hemorrhage (non-work-related), who is liable to pay the hospital bill?

Q: Hello, I've been working for this company for a little over a year now, and my employer hasn't provided me with medical insurance yet. Since I have chronic asthma, I used to take leaves to rest my body and get better. I wasn't able to get sick leaves except for two occasions (in which I've paid for one and one has been reimbursed). Last week I noticed that 1000 was deducted from my salary. I went to talk to my employer and told him that it was unfair because due to not having medical insurance, this was the outcome of the situation. He told me that I have till March to find another job and made it seem as if he was doing me a favor. I know I have the right to have insurance and he is breaking the law. What could be done in this case? Though I've wanted to avoid this route, the unfairness is too much. Thank you.

Q: Hello sir, Today, my friend fell off his bike and fractured his left leg while on duty as a bike delivery boy. He is currently admitted to NMC Royal Hospital in DIP1, and the hospital bill for first aid is 8345 dirhams. We cannot afford such a large amount. Please help us, lawyers. Insurance coverage is not applicable for emergencies.

The UAE has adopted a major reform in its legislative system that brought about 40 new laws and amendments to the company law, criminal law, personal status, among others. The amendments aim to develop the legislative structure in various sectors, the labor law being one of these, was the most recent. We try in this article to shed light on the changes introduced with the new labor law and their significance on both, the employer and employee.

Personal injury involves an injury sustained physically, emotionally and mentally. The injured person is entitled to claim damages where he has suffered an injury due to the other person’s wrongdoing. The victim may file a case against the person, who is found guilty in a criminal case or his insurance company if the defaulter has secured himself by insurance. The UAE civil law allows filing a compensation claim for injury damages.

The provisions of this Decree-Law, known as "New UAE Labor Law", govern labour relations in the private sector of the United Arab Emirates. The New Labor Law repeals the previous UAE Labor Law (Federal Law No. (8) of 1980).

The provisions of this Law, known as "UAE Labour Law", govern the relationship between employers and employees and other labour matters in the United Arab Emirates. There are special labour related regulations applicable in some of the free zones in the UAE.

This Decree sets the rules and conditions for the termination of fixed-term (limited) or unlimited (not term-bound) employment contract between employer and worker in the United Arab Emirates.