What can I do if my company filed a breach of trust case against me after losing money I held from customers?

Hello,

You signed a document agreeing to pay back the AED 18,000 within one month. You might need to explain the context of why you signed it, especially if you felt pressured or coerced to do so.

It is illegal for an employer to hold your passport without your consent. You should immediately contact the UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) to report this.

If you owe them any money (e.g., the AED 18,000), you’ll need to figure out how to pay it or negotiate a settlement.

However, if this new claim of AED 24,000 is based on the same situation, you’ll need to argue that the amount they are asking is unfair or excessive.

Dear Z. A.,

Thank you for reaching out.

Your situation involves both a labor dispute and a criminal case for breach of trust, which makes it legally sensitive and time-critical.

The fact that your company is withholding your passport, terminated you without settlement, and filed multiple cases against you requires urgent legal attention.

You should not sign any further documents or make payments without proper legal advice. Also, the passport retention and visa status issues may be challenged legally.

To protect your rights and build a strong defense, we highly recommend that you book a consultation with Future Vision for Advocacy and Legal Consultancy or authorize us to represent you in the labor and criminal proceedings.

We are ready to assist you.

Best regards.

Your situation involves both a labor dispute and a criminal case, which needs to be handled carefully.

The company has no legal right to keep your passport or force you to sign a payment agreement under pressure.

Since you reported the lost money to the police, this can help reduce your liability in the criminal case.

Also, if your termination was unfair and your commissions were unpaid, you have the right to claim your full entitlements, even if the company tries to complicate things by filing new cases or changing the claimed amounts.

We specialize in such cases and fully understand the stress you're going through. You can contact us on WhatsApp for proper legal guidance and support every step of the way.

Good morning,

Thank you for reaching out and sharing your situation.

What you’re going through is understandably overwhelming, but let me assure you, there is a legal path forward, and I will help you navigate this.

From what you’ve explained, your matter involves multiple overlapping issues:

Unpaid commissions and termination: Your company withheld your commission payments from November, which is a breach of contractual obligation.

You responded by withholding payments from clients as leverage, which unfortunately led to complications when the cash was lost and the police could not verify the theft.

Despite this, it’s critical to remember that your original right to unpaid commissions remains valid, and the burden is on the company to justify any criminal claims.

Forced confession and signed paper: If you were coerced or pressured into signing a commitment to repay AED 18,000 under threat of termination, this can be challenged legally, especially since there was already a police case filed regarding the missing money.

Labour court and criminal case: You filed a claim for AED 37,000, which is a rightful labour claim. In retaliation, the company filed a criminal complaint for breach of trust and even manipulated their own labour claim, first for AED 49,900 and then reduced to AED 24,000.

This inconsistency shows weakness in their case and may work in your favour.

Passport withholding and visa: It is illegal for an employer to retain an employee’s passport and to delay visa cancellation after termination.

We can file a complaint with MOHRE and immigration authorities for immediate return of your passport and action against visa misuse.

Here’s what we need to do now:

Urgently act on the criminal case: You must be properly represented to protect your rights and present the full background (including the unpaid commissions and the police report of the lost money). This is key to neutralizing the breach of trust case.

Challenge the company’s false claims in the Labour Court and push forward your own claim for unpaid commissions and end-of-service dues.

File a formal complaint with immigration and MOHRE for the unlawful retention of your passport and visa delay. This can expedite your legal position and may put pressure on the employer to negotiate.

Sincerely, your matter is manageable, but it requires immediate legal strategy and action to stop the pressure and secure your freedom, your money, and your rights.

Please reach out to me on WhatsApp or phone to schedule a confidential consultation. I will personally assist you in every step forward.

You must immediately appoint a lawyer to request suspension of criminal and labor cases and file a case against the company for coercing you into signing under pressure and illegally holding your passport.

Contact us on WhatsApp.

Dear Z. A.,

Thank you for reaching out, and I’m sorry to hear about the difficult situation you are facing.

Your case involves both labour and criminal proceedings, so it’s important to act carefully.

Regarding your unpaid commissions, you have the right to claim what is due through the labour court, and you should gather all evidence such as contracts, correspondence, and the police report about the lost money.

For the criminal breach of trust case, submitting the police report and explaining your intention to recover your rightful commission will be important as a defence. It’s critical to respond to all court notices promptly.

It is illegal for your company to hold your passport, and they cannot delay cancelling your visa without a valid reason.

You should formally request the return of your passport and file a complaint with the Ministry of Human Resources or the police if they refuse.

If you were forced to sign any repayment agreement, you should inform the court that it was under pressure.

I strongly advise you to seek legal assistance to help you prepare your defence, communicate with the authorities, and protect your rights.

Please let me know if you need support or guidance with the legal process.

Appoint a legal representative immediately for both the criminal and labor cases.

Ensure your labor case proceeds do not withdraw it.

Request the court to issue an order for the passport release.

If the AED 18,000 was truly lost, your police report will support your defense.

Please share your WhatsApp number if you'd like a consultation with one of our lawyers today.

Submit a police report regarding the theft as evidence.

I argue that the dispute is financial and civil, not criminal, and that there is no criminal intent (the element of criminal intent is missing).

For assistance, please contact us via phone or WhatsApp.

Thank you for contacting us via Legal Advice Middle East

Your situation reflects a legal entanglement that involves overlapping labor and criminal claims, which we’ve successfully resolved in an almost identical case.

In that matter, our client withheld funds from customers due to delayed commissions, then lost the money in circumstances beyond his control.

The employer retaliated with criminal and labor claims, including breach of trust and counterclaims in labor court.

We were able to clear our client criminally and recover his dues through legal strategy and timely intervention.

There are several legal paths available now, but the most appropriate strategy depends on the documents signed under pressure and the status of the criminal case.

Your first priority should be to address the criminal breach of trust case by submitting evidence that the funds were not misused and that you were forced to sign under duress.

We can help you file a defense based on your police report and previous commission claims, which shows the dispute is contractual, not criminal.

As for the labor case, it’s essential to demonstrate your right to the unpaid commission and contest any inflated counterclaims by the company.

Since the employer also retains your passport and has not canceled your visa, that itself can support a complaint to the relevant authorities, including a claim for arbitrary dismissal.

We strongly advise you to act now, as delays can worsen your position, especially with your visa still active and a criminal complaint pending.

We can intervene, challenge the criminal charge, and secure your labor rights in parallel.

However, a precise legal answer depends on reviewing the signed document, police report, employment contract, and court filings.