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Despite contract end, employer demands work till labor card expires

Q: Hi, good day! The contract I signed in the Philippines on February 9, 2022, was set to expire by February 9, 2024. I decided not to renew it and discussed this personally with my employer, who agreed. However, she now informs me that I still need to work until March 23, 2024, as the labor card expires on that day. I entered the UAE on March 23, 2022, and the contract was signed while I was still in the Philippines. Despite this, I have already decided not to continue working for personal reasons. Could someone please explain what my options are?

Unauthorized use of free trial option and potential legal action

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this letter finds you well! I am writing to bring to your attention a concerning issue regarding the unauthorized exploitation of our system`s free trial option by an unknown individual who has been engaging in deceptive practices to gain access to our services. As per our partner`s recent findings, it has come to our attention that an individual has been repeatedly abusing our free trial option by utilizing various, email addresses, and mobile numbers to gain unauthorized access to our services. It has been determined that this individual has been utilizing our facilities to engage in these activities. We don`t have his personal details. Our partner has provided evidence that supports the assertion that this unknown individual has been intentionally circumventing our terms of service and exploiting our free trial option for personal gain.

Can I lift a travel ban and return to the UAE if I left with visa overstay issues?

Q: Sir. I have uae ban in year 2008. The reason is passport cheating issues. No visa for 8 months stay in the UAE. Last outpass through exit in the UAE. After 1 year, again in 2009 I applied for a visit visa but no chance to visit in Dubai because I have ban in the UAE. After 14 years, last 4 month back again I tried but there no chance. So any chance to lift this ban?

How to close a police case and lift travel ban if the public prosecution does not respond?

Q: Good day, We are waiting for the final decision of the pubic prosecutor from the headquarters.The police officer told us to wait for 2 days for the response but already 2 weeks still no response. There is a decision already made by the pubic prosecutor. In the police station and the office, they told us to wait for the final decision from the headquarters. Actually, we need to close the police case to remove the travel ban given to us, as the police officer put us a travel ban while the police case was still open and he can only remove when the police case is closed. No criminal case if it happened. What happens to the case if the public prosecutor (headquarters) did not respond to the request for the final decision?

The seller is reluctant to sell. Can I ask for 10% of the agreed amount?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I am a buyer. I signed the property sales contract manually. Then the agent sent the document to the seller, who signed it and sent a snapshot of all the pages. There is no digital contract signed form F. The seller had a bank loan, which he cleared, and was waiting for a relieving letter. The contract`s last day has passed. Now he is reluctant to sell. Can I ask for 10% of the amount, as he is not able to provide the documents required for the sales deal?

My friend is willing to act as a guarantor to lift my travel ban. Is he eligible?

Q: Good morning, everyone! I have a cheque execution case with a travel ban (although the ban doesn`t show in the DC case data). I`m a salaried employee with a monthly income of 10,000. My best friend, who runs a business in Dubai, is willing to act as a guarantor for my travel. Is he eligible for this role, or should I find someone who is also salaried, like me? I don`t have any blood relatives here. How long does the approval process usually take?

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We signed an MOU and it expired before the developer granted NOC. Can we refuse to extend?

Q: We signed an MOU in December`23 and it expired on the 9th of Feb. The buyer has got the manager`s cheque ready but there is a long delay from the developer`s end in issuing the NOC. We are getting better offers now for our property and we don`t want to extend the contract. Can we do that or we cannot refuse to extend?

How long does the process of employment take after signing the employment contract?

Q: Hi I have got the contract paper signed from the company on Jan 29, 2024. But till now, it`s showing under process. Can you advise me please?

What can I do if the developer canceled my unit and did not refund my deposit?

Q: Hi, I paid a 24% deposit and 4% DLD and my SPA was voided the next day after I signed the SPA. After many emails and telephone calls to the developer, I was told that due to some issues with the booking, they could not proceed with the unit I booked. They were offering an alternative unit about 20 floors lower or a bigger unit at a higher price. Both alternatives were not acceptable. The developer then said that they would cancel and refund the money. I was waiting for their email to confirm this and was wondering what I could do if the developer did not return all the money. Regards

Deported from Dubai for narcotics. Can I travel to the UK?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I was deported from Dubai for a narcotics case. Can I travel to the UK on my dependent visa? Are there any complications? I do have a PCC. What should I mention in the application asking whether I have any bans from any other country?

Denying labor dues upon resignation and demanding visa charges

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My employer signed an offer letter from a different company, adding a clause stating that if the employee resigns, he needs to give one month`s notice and refund AED 5000 as visa charges. However, I have already signed a contract from another company and received my EID, with no such clause mentioned. Now that I resign by giving one month`s notice, my employer has not paid any salary or benefits even after completing one year and three months. Additionally, they are demanding AED 5000. Please advise!

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What is the notice period as per the new labor law if you want to resign during probation?

Q: Dear Sir, Good Morning. Hope you`re doing well. Sir, I`m working in a company and I`m really not satisfied. I`m facing more problems. Therefore, I decided to go back to my country. Now I`m in probation period. But only 8 days left of the probation period. So, is it possible to resign with 14 days of notice period? Kindly help me. Thanks in advance.

Do I still need to vacate the property despite clearing dues?

Q: Hi, I received a notification from Dubai courts regarding non-payment of rent on 26/01/2024. It stated that all pending rent must be paid, and the property must be vacated within 30 days. All rent has now been paid up until the tenancy contract end date on 04/03/2025. Do I still need to vacate the property? The landlord is suggesting I renew the contract but is requesting a 25% increase in the annual rent. Can anyone advise if my only option is to vacate the premises or agree to the 25% increase? Thank you!

Canceling my wife's visa after she left the house without informing me

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I need to cancel my wife`s visa after she left the house without informing me and filed for divorce, claiming monthly maintenance. We are Muslim expats married in India.

New employer wants old visa cancellation, but there are labor dues. What now?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I have an ongoing labor case against my previous company where I used to work, as I was not receiving the salary for several consecutive months (more than 2). I have obtained a new job that requires me to cancel the visa from my previous employer as they intend to provide a new permanent visa; they do not wish to continue with the temporary work permit. However, I have a significant amount pending from my current employer, and I have heard that upon signing the cancellation letter, I will not be able to make any claims. Please advise me!

How to respond when company account funds are seized without notice?

Q: Good afternoon, Respected Lawyers! I live in Ajman. I am facing a situation where I suddenly received a message in my LLC company account SMS stating that a certain amount has been debited and seized by court. The debited amount is too high and the company account had very little cash so it`s showing in minus. Without any calls from the court for a case hearing or judgment, I found this execution message straight away in my bank account SMS. Today, I found the very same message & same amount debited from my personal account too. How is it that the same amount will be taken twice, I have an LLC company and I even own property that is under mortgage. Still trying to get all the details from the court regarding the case that led to this execution. Can this be appealed and come to a better conclusion? Can they seize my personal property, since they have taken over my personal bank account? Kindly guide me in this matter!