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Q: Once the judgment is issued in misdemeanor court, can we object to the judgment to reconsider the judgment and ask for one more hearing to change the judgment? For example, if 3 months imprisonment is given, can we ask for leniency and convert it into a fine? Or if the judgment is 3 months and a fine, can we ask to convert it into a fine due to family issues?

I am convicted in Ajman in a wrongful case against me and appealed. Can I defend myself in court?

Q: I am convicted in Ajman. Now I have appealed. Last time, my lawyer did not talk in court at all. Most lawyers don`t know anything about cases so they cannot talk. This case is fake against me. Can I talk in court about the facts and evidence of the case myself? Can my lawyer tell the court that I want to talk about this case other than the defense paper? Will the judge accept and listen to me verbally also?

Is there a limitation on criminal liability with regard to dishonor of a cheque in the UAE?

Q: Hello, Is there a limitation on criminal liability with regard to dishonor of a cheque in the UAE?

Am I legally bound to repay visa fees as per my offer letter if I resign?

Q: Good day, My offer letter stipulates that I must repay the visa processing fee incurred by the employer if I resign before completing 18 months on the job. The probation period for the role is 6 months. I would like to know if I am liable to pay the visa processing fees if I resign after my probation period and whether it is legal for an employee to be asked to repay the visa processing fee. Thank you for your help!

I got hit by a car and was looking for a lawyer to help with the case

Q: I got hit by a car and was looking for a lawyer to help with the case.

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Is it mandatory to register the rental agreement with Ejari?

Q: Hello, Is it mandatory to register the rental agreement with Ejari? What is the process?

What are the maximum working hours per week under UAE labour law?

Q: Hello, What are the maximum working hours per week under UAE labour law?

How to claim a refund for a flood-damaged car with a fake invoice and voided warranty?

Q: Hello, I bought a second-hand 2023 car with a warranty valid until 2028 from the manufacturer. I purchased it 39 days ago from a dealership. The car was advertised as being in great condition and accident-free. This week, I took it to the manufacturer for servicing and was informed that the car had been written off as a total loss due to flooding. They provided me with proof and a police report. As a result, the warranty was void, and they refused to service the car or replace any parts. The primary reason we decided to buy this car was the warranty coverage. We contacted the dealer to request a return of the car and a refund, as they had hidden such crucial information, but they refused. Now, we are forced to take legal action. We have already filed a police report, but we need to know where to claim the money back—through the Ministry of Interior (MOI) or the Ministry of Economy (MOE)? Additionally, the invoice was provided two weeks after purchase and contained the wrong chassis number, belonging to another car of the same model, with the same issue—a total loss due to flooding from an auction. Does this error void the invoice?

Under what conditions can a landlord withhold the security deposit at the end of a lease?

Q: Hello, Under what conditions can a landlord withhold the security deposit at the end of a lease?

Can a tenant end a lease early, and what are the possible penalties?

Q: Hello, Can a tenant terminate the lease early, and what are the potential penalties for doing so?

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How many days of annual leave are employees entitled to in the UAE?

Q: Hello, How many days of annual leave are employees entitled to in the UAE?

Which law governs my termination compensation—Federal No. 8 or No. 33?

Q: Dear Sir, I am working in the private sector in Abu Dhabi. I was recently released from my job due to cost-cutting and am currently in my notification period until January 24th. I have some questions regarding the termination compensation. As per my employment contract with the company, the definitions and rules of interpretation applied to the contract signed by both parties (the company and me) were in line with Federal Labour Law No. 8, which states that the compensation for termination of the contract is 3 months. However, my company assumes that the compensation is only 1 month under Federal No. 33. Could you please advise which one should be followed, considering the law applied to my signed contract with the company? Thank you!

Who covers hospital bills if a laborer whose insurance is being processed is hospitalized?

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?

Am I liable to pay the rent and fines after selling the shop if there is no contract with the landlord?

Q: The landlord has filed a case against me for not paying the shop rent. I notified the owner when I sold the shop in Feb 2022 and the POA was given to the new owner but he took my EID in the contract for renewal. He said it was just for one month and after that, the new owner would cancel the contract because he didn’t have EID for renewal. I requested NOC several times from the landlord but they didn’t give it to me. My contract in which he took my signature expired on 16 March 23 and all the cheques were paid, and the payment was done by a third party too till Sept 24. From March 23 till Sept 24, I didn’t make any agreement with the landlord. Also, the trade license expired in Dec 2023 and was not renewed. I have no idea how the landlord collected cheques till Sept 2024 without a contract, and he doesn’t have any copy of the contract with him. Now he filed a case against me with old documents instead of the new owner`s name in the case. It is sold to 3 people after me. My question here is, am I liable to pay the rent and fines?

How long to prepare a defense if the Court of Cassation hearing date is not announced?

Q: Hello, A case has been appealed to the Court of Cassation. How many days do we have to respond to the case (prepare a defense) if the hearing date has not been announced?

What can you do if the employer did not renew your visa upon expiry to end your employment?

How can I object to a judgment issued in misdemeanour court to reduce the sentence?