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Can I run social media ads promoting private tutoring services without a license?
I am seeking advice on an issue involving a shady friend. She has been pressuring me to run social media ads promoting private tutoring services in the UAE, despite not holding the necessary license to offer such classes.
She insisted that I use my personal information for these ads and avoid sharing any of her details, claiming it was due to concerns about harassment. However, I suspect her true motive is to avoid legal consequences as she knows this activity is illegal.
She wanted me to advertise these services using my social media accounts, and in the event of inquiries, I was to pass on the students to her. My sole evidence is a phone call we had of her directing me to engage in these actions.
I need to understand if her requests are legal and if they expose me to any liability, as well as what actions I can take to protect myself given the evidence I have.
Dear questioner
If you are making the marketing in your profile with your details and all, then you could be held civilly liable for any damages suffered by students who enroll in unlicensed tutoring services.
It will be better to stop this practice until she gets a license to do the tutoring.
If you need further clarification, kindly share your Whatsapp number.
Greetings.
We are sorry for what happened, we advise you to have a conversation with her on WhatsApp, let her admit what happened, and keep a screenshot to protect yourself.
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Dear Inquirer,
We are pleased to serve you and address your inquiries.
This behavior is against the laws of the state.
If anything else is required, don’t hesitate to contact us via email or call our offices in Dubai or Sharjah.
Jasim Al Haddad Advocates & Legal Consultants
