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What is the rule on rental increases if the RERA Rental Index is not available?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, What is the rule on rental increases if the Rera Rental Index is not available, as is the case for our developer? Owners often behave as if this area is a zone without any rules at all. Thank you!

How to renew a tenancy contract while an eviction notice was issued earlier?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I issued an eviction notice to the tenant to sell the house. At the same time, I obtained a rent valuation certificate from the Dubai Land Department (DLD). The tenant is now willing to sign a one-year contract at the increased rent. Should I sign the contract, and what will happen to the eviction notice, which requires the tenant to vacate the property by August 2, 2024?

I was terminated from my job for medical reasons. Can I get my job if I am cured?

Q: For medical reasons, I was terminated from my job. Now, I had surgery back home and I`m fit to work again. Do I have the right to have my job back? Thank you!

Can I reject the seller's request to extend the MoU and exit this agreement?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I`m purchasing a property in Dubai. I have signed the Form A and F and provided a photo of the cheque deposit. The seller has been slow in settling his outstanding payments with the developer. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) expires tomorrow, but the seller has informed me that he will receive the No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the developer tomorrow and has requested an extension to the contract. I haven`t agreed to the extension yet. I`ve found another property that I prefer and would like to withdraw from this deal. Can I reject the MoU extension and exit this agreement?

I have an active arrest order against me in the UAE for a family case. Will I be arrested in Doha?

Q: Hi, I have an active arrest order against me in the UAE related to a family case (Personal case of child alimony). Next month, I am traveling from Europe via Doha (Hamad International Airport) on my way back to another country. Will I be stopped and arrested in Doha? Could you please provide guidance or advice on whether there might be any legal issues or risks I should be aware of during my transit in Doha? Thank you for your assistance and advice.

How to proceed with a job offer in the UAE despite an active arrest warrant?

Q: Hi, I have an active arrest order against me in the UAE related to a family case (Personal case of child alimony). Currently, I am outside the UAE and have a job offer from a company in the UAE. Could you kindly advise if my new employer would be able to process my work visa given the active arrest order against me? Thank you for your assistance and advice!

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Returning to the UAE after leaving without completing resignation formalities

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I left the UAE one year ago without completing my resignation formalities with my employer due to family issues. I returned to India and finalized my divorce last month. I am now seeking to return to the UAE for a new job opportunity. Please advise on the procedures to resolve my outstanding legal formalities and absconding case. I would appreciate an early response.

I agreed last year by email with my tenant to vacate and now he refuses. How to evict him?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam Last year there was a mutual agreement with my tenant via email to terminate the tenancy contract this year. However, the tenant wants to renew for another year due to a change in his circumstances. Do I need to send a 30-day judicial notification for breach of contract before filing an eviction case in RDC? On what legal grounds can I file an eviction case if the tenant doesn`t honor a mutual agreement via email?

The accuracy of a statement regarding motion pictures

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Can anyone comment on the legal accuracy of this statement? The statement specifically concerns motion pictures. Statement: No media can be shown in any public context (let alone a classroom) that is not approved by the UAE media regulations and subject to approved country ratings. I cannot find this in Federal Law 15. If it is true, can the source be identified?

Can an employer deduct visa charges from salary before resignation?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I resigned from my position after working for 6 months (limited contract) because I was not satisfied and the company was not providing the basic conditions of employment. The accommodation was not provided as stipulated in the contract, transportation to and from work was not provided, medical insurance was not provided, and my salary was always paid in installments. I submitted my resignation to serve a one-month notice period, but the company refused to allow me to serve the notice period and instead demanded that I resign immediately. I have requested that my visa be canceled and my passport be returned to me (which has been in their possession), but they are asking me to pay for the visa costs. Is it legal for them to deduct the visa charges from my salary that I earned before resigning? Appreciate your response in this matter!

Can I cancel an online POA for court cases from outside the UAE?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I have granted an online POA for court cases to someone in Dubai from outside the UAE. However, I am unable to cancel it from outside the UAE and I currently have neither the requirement nor the financial capacity to enter the UAE to cancel it in person. Can the POA be misused, given that it clearly states "cases" at the beginning?

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I have sick leave for 5 days. Can I travel to my country and come back?

Q: I have sick leave for 5 days. Can I travel to my country and come back?

Deported from UAE due to a crime: Can I lift the travel ban and return?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I committed a crime and was deported from the UAE four months ago. I feel guilty for my crime and seek forgiveness. I want to work in the UAE again. How can I lift the travel ban imposed on me for security reasons? Is it possible for me to live my life in the UAE again? If so, how much will it cost me, including the lawyer`s fees (in AED)?

How to cancel an unused pre-approval for a work permit without getting banned?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, How to cancel an unused pre-approval for a work permit? And if it exists without cancellation, can I still apply for a visit visa or not?

Dubai landlord served eviction notice to tenant but now wants to revoke it

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I own an apartment in Dubai and served the tenant a legal eviction notice through Dubai courts in March 2023. The reason for the eviction notice was that I was planning to move into the apartment. However, my circumstances have changed, and the original tenancy contract end date is December 2023. The tenant has now requested a one-month extension of the contract until January 2024. Can I revoke the eviction notice that I have already served?

I forged a work pass for workers to enter a power plant and get caught. How to avoid deportation?

Q: I work for a construction company, and I made a mistake by using an outdated work pass when applying for passes for my workers to enter a government power plant. We have a contract with the plant to work for a month. The plant typically takes 2 hours to approve the application, but due to an emergency, I forged the date to expedite the process and get my workers on site. Unfortunately, I was caught, and a police case was filed. The judgment included confiscation, imprisonment, and deportation. I have appealed the decision and met with the judge today, pleading for mercy. The next hearing is scheduled for a week from now. I am deeply concerned about the potential consequences, as I am the sole provider for my family back home and cannot afford such a severe punishment. I would greatly appreciate your advice on how I can avoid imprisonment or deportation in this case.