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Q: Dear Sir/Madam, We were sued by a developer for rent. Before the case went to court, we attempted to negotiate with the developer, explaining our inability to pay and proposing either closing the shop or basing the rent on a percentage of sales rather than a fixed amount. The situation worsened due to COVID-19 affecting sales. Despite not utilizing the full time in the shop, we lost the case and were ordered to pay the full contract amount. One of the main issues is the travel restriction imposed, despite being an LLC company. My question and the advice I seek are, firstly, to regain travel privileges and, secondly, to understand the options for resolving this case, as they have not yet executed the judgment.

What are the reasons an expat Muslim woman need to provide to divorce her Muslim husband?

Q: Can an expat Muslim woman divorce her Muslim husband without his consent and without giving a reason? I have a thousand reasons but little evidence and I don`t want to trigger a lengthy hostile process since he`s rich and I`m not and he`s evil.

How do I find out if there are any court cases filed against me?

Q: Hi, I just want to ask how I can check if there is any court case against me.

Temporary possession of brother's passport to leave UAE for an emergency

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I am currently subject to a travel ban in the UAE, which prohibits me from leaving the country. Despite my critical circumstances, which include having multiple cases related to banking matters and cases in the Rental Dispute Centre, I find myself unable to travel due to this restriction. Complicating matters further, my wife is currently critically ill, necessitating my immediate need to travel. Given the urgency of my situation and the lack of a suitable guarantor, I am exploring all available options. I am currently running a small business in Dubai, and my brother is scheduled to join me in a few weeks. Is it possible for me to request temporary possession of my brother`s passport for a couple of weeks in order to leave the UAE to attend to my wife`s critical condition? Your prompt assistance and guidance on the available legal avenues would be greatly appreciated.

What is the difference between submitting memorandums and submitting attachments?

Q: Salam. Please what is the difference between submitting memorandums and submitting attachments? What happens if I submit evidence 1 day before the hearing? Thanks

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How can I get a refund after discovering that the goods are inauthentic?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, We are a Dubai-based LLC that purchased merchandise from another Dubai-based LLC. The stock was delivered in Hong Kong for our Asia business. This transaction occurred between two Dubai firms and was out of scope. However, upon inspection, the goods were found to be inauthentic. We have given the supplier several weeks to provide evidence of their authenticity, but they have failed to do so. Tests conducted in China and Hong Kong have confirmed their inauthenticity. We are seeking a refund of €83,655 for the goods, as well as reimbursement for additional warehousing and shipping costs totaling approximately €15,000 since January. We possess all necessary evidence, including communications with the supplier wherein they confirmed the authenticity of the goods, as outlined in the contract terms and their invoice. Selling inauthentic goods is considered a criminal offense in some countries, and we cannot afford to be associated with such practices, resulting in significant losses for our business.

Are audio recordings admissible on Dubai Courts website for evidence upload?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I would like to know if audio recordings are not allowed as evidence to upload on the Dubai Courts website. It`s because the system doesn`t allow me to do this. Most of my evidence consists of WhatsApp audio messages.

I had a drug case against me and it has been closed. Can I get a new employment visa?

Q: I have had a drug case against me recently and it has been closed. I have paid my fine and I am cleared from the travel ban. I am still working with the same employer but I am thinking about changing jobs. Will I be able to get a new employment visa and be hired in a new firm despite the record?

Can my wife move out with my 2 small kids before I file for divorce?

Q: Can my wife move out with my 2 small kids before I file for divorce? Both of us are Muslim expats.

Signed MOU to buy property, but tenant refuses to leave. Can I cancel?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I have signed an MOU to buy a property. The MOU says that the property will be vacant on transfer. The current owner had given a 12-month notice to the tenant but the tenant is refusing to vacate. The owner has filed a case with RDC and the hearing date is also given. I worry that the tenant may not show up for the hearing and the hearing will be postponed beyond the MOU date. What are my options? Can I terminate the MOU and penalize the owner, or do I have to proceed with the property transfer regardless of the tenant leaving?

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I want to leave my job and join another job. Can I do it immediately without paying compensation?

Q: I am G. T. Good evening, I am working in the UAE Dubai, but I would like you to help me. I am consulting about the visa cancellation. Is it possible to cancel my visa with my company and join another company within a period of six months? And is there any money that is supposed to be paid? Thank you.

Can I use a police report from my homecountry as evidence in a divorce?

Q: Can I use a police report from my home country as evidence for a divorce?

Landlord wants rent increase citing furnishings and view. Is this a legitimate reason?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My landlord suggested a 10% rent increase despite the Rent Index indicating no increase for my unit. His argument is that the unit is partially furnished and has a better view. Is this a legally legitimate reason? What should be my counterargument?

A property is subleased without landlord's consent. How to evict subtenant?

Q: Dear Consultant, Good morning! I have a rented property in Dubai. In March 2024, when I went to visit my flat, I found a subtenant inside. He informed me that he rented from "my tenant" and is paying on a monthly basis. This occurred without my consent, and his cheques return unpaid. I have heard from my friend about many options to vacate my unit and sue the original tenant. I would appreciate your advice on the subject matter as a consultant. Many thanks!

Can I force an Emirati national to acknowledge and support his daughter?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Can I compel an Emirati national to acknowledge his daughter and provide support for the child? If I pursue a case against him, will he be required to undergo a DNA test?

If there is a case against me for credit card non-payment, will it extend to my wife?

Lost a rental case against a developer. Can I travel if the judgment is not executed?