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Which date dictates my last day of work: the Emirates ID expiry or the contract end date?
Q: Dear Lawyers, At the end of my two-year term, when should I stop working? Should I go by the Emirates ID expiry date or the contract end date? They don’t match, and I don’t want to renew.
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Oct 31, 2024
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UAE
"Dubai Courts orders the seizure of the defendant's traffic file.” What does this mean?
Q: Dear Lawyers, "Dubai Courts orders the seizure of the defendant`s traffic file.” What does this mean? Are they going to confiscate the car? Can I still drive in the UAE?
Oct 30, 2024
210
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UAE
Bought a car in Dubai assured as flood-free, but discovered it was flooded. What should I do?
Q: Dear Lawyers, I bought a car from a dealer in Dubai for AED 64,000. After taking delivery, I learned that the car was flooded. At the time of purchase, the dealer assured me that the car was 100% free from flooding and major accidents. What should I do now? Is it possible to get my money back?
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Oct 30, 2024
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UAE
What are the requirements for the Wali of a bride to grant a PoA to another person?
Q: Hello, I would like to know if, for a marriage in Dubai, it is possible for the bride`s Wali to give authorization by proxy to another person if the Wali cannot be present. What specific documents are required to establish this proxy authorization validly in the UAE, and what steps are necessary to ensure compliance with local procedures?Oct 30, 2024
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UAE
Landlord does not fix leaky windows in Sharjah. How can we deal with this issue?
Q: Dear Lawyers, The windows are not fixed properly (Sharjah), and we suffer from dust nuisance. The landlord refuses to do the maintenance. What are the solutions?
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Oct 30, 2024
68
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UAE
Am I eligible for an experience certificate after resigning from the company?
Q: Dear Lawyers, Am I eligible to get an experience certificate from my employer even if I have resigned from the company? I have been working here for 3 years now, but HR is saying that because I have not completed my second visa, they will not provide the experience certificate.
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Oct 28, 2024
385
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UAE
What's the official employment start date, and is a termination notice required if the contract isn’t renewed?
Q: Hello, Which date is considered the official start date for employees in a company: is it the date stamped by MOHRE on the contract, or the date the residence visa is issued? Additionally, which date should we use to begin calculating the end-of-service benefits? Is it mandatory to provide written notice of termination for employees after their contract ends, especially if the company does not intend to renew the contract? Thank you for your assistance!
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Oct 29, 2024
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UAE
Can a former tenant take legal action after re-leasing a property 9 months post-vacancy?
Q: Dear Lawyers, I have a property in Dubai that I rented for 2 years. I gave the tenant a legal notice 1 year in advance to vacate, as I intended to move in. However, the property remained vacant for 2 months, and due to personal issues, I was unable to move in, so I had to lease it to another tenant. Can my previous tenant file a case against me after vacating the property, even though it has been more than 9 months since they left?
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Oct 28, 2024
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UAE
Can I receive my WPS salary from a sister company if my visa is under the main company?
Q: Hello, Good morning, everyone! The owner of Company A has a sister company (Company B). My visa is from Company A, so can I process my WPS salary through Company B?
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Oct 29, 2024
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UAE
Can a terminated employee be marked as absconding if they're unresponsive about visa cancellation?
Q: Dear All, We terminated an employee during the probation period due to underperformance. We provided 14 days` notice and cleared all dues. However, it has been over 5 days, and the employee has not signed the visa cancellation papers despite multiple follow-ups. Can we mark the employee as absconding? How should we proceed with the visa cancellation? Thank you in advance!+2
Oct 29, 2024
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UAE
Can a mother sue in the UAE to regain custody after her ex-husband took their child from Jordan?
Q: Hello, I know a divorced couple where the mother holds custody of the child. They are both from Jordan. The father took the child and left to the UAE. Can the mother file a lawsuit against the ex-husband in the UAE since he is there?+2
Oct 27, 2024
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UAE
What evidence is required to secure an arrest warrant for a defendant suspected of hiding assets?
Q: Dear Lawyers, I am writing to seek your professional guidance regarding an execution case I have filed against my client due to a bounced cheque. I am currently following the legal procedures step by step and am preparing to submit a petition to the relevant court requesting the issuance of an arrest warrant against the defendant. With the changes in the law concerning "imprisonment for inability to repay a debt," I would like to understand the steps and evidence required to demonstrate to the court that the defendant may be concealing assets or engaging in business activities in the UAE through untraceable transactions. 1. What types of evidence are deemed sufficient to establish that the defendant is hiding assets or conducting business in a manner that evades detection? 2. Are there specific legal provisions or tools available that I can utilize to strengthen my case for obtaining an arrest warrant?+1
Oct 28, 2024
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UAE
Is an eviction letter without a stated reason legally valid?
Q: Dear Lawyers, The landlord sent a Dubai Court eviction letter through Aramex but didn`t state a reason for the eviction. Does this mean it is not valid? Should I ask the landlord to resend it with the reason for the eviction? Thank you in advance!+5
Oct 28, 2024
79
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UAE
How to apply for a mercy petition for my partner who was sentenced to a lifetime imprisonment?
Q: Good day, I would like to ask how to apply for a mercy petition for my partner who has been detained for almost a year inside the UAE. He recently received a judgment and unfortunately, he was sentenced to a lifetime imprisonment. Please advise me on how to apply for a mercy petition and how possible it is to be approved.Oct 28, 2024
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UAE
How can I split joint property with my ex-wife and sell my share?
Q: Assalamu Alaikum My ex-wife and I live in Canada. We co-own a property in Dubai. I own 75% of a property and my ex-wife owns 25%. I want to sell my share of the property. She refers me to her lawyer in Canada who doesn`t practice law in Dubai. I don`t want to spend extra fees when corresponding with her counsel in Canada. Should I go to Dubai court and force her to buy my share or sell hers?
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Oct 21, 2024
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UAE
Can a company in the UAE still operate if it has declared bankruptcy?
Q: Can a company in the UAE still operate if it has declared bankruptcy?+1
Oct 28, 2024
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