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Q: Good evening, Mam/Sir, I have been working at a contracting company for almost 1.5 years. Recently, I received an offer letter from another company, and I have decided to pursue this new opportunity. I submitted my resignation with a notice period of 10 days. However, my employer is not allowing me to resign and has not returned my passport.

Can I exit Dubai if I have overstay penalties and can not pay the amount?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam I have overstayed in Dubai on a visit visa for nearly one and a half years. I applied for a fine reduction but after the reduction, it is still high, and can`t afford it for myself as it`s around AED 10k. I want to know if it`s possible to apply for an outpass and leave without paying this fine now. Please help me. Thank you

How can I oblige the real estate management to fix the airconditioning units noise?

Q: I am staying on the top floor of a building in Sharjah and experiencing the annoying and unbearable sound of AC outdoor units inside my room. I have requested many times from the real estate agent, but no action has been taken. What should I do?

Do we have to provide a flight ticket to the employee if we terminate him for bad performance?

Q: Hello, The company terminated the employee for poor performance. He claims the repatriation tickets. Questions: 1) Shall we cover the cost of repatriation? Because as per Article 13 (12), if the termination is for a cause, the employee is not eligible for repatriation tickets. 2) If we have to pay, during which period of time we need to provide tickets?

Do I get my gratuity if I resigned after completing probation period?

Q: I joined the company on April 7, 2023, and resigned on March 18, 2024. I served 93 days notice period. My last working day is 20th June 2024. Do I get my gratuity?

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Tenant refuses to pay overcrowding fines – what are my options as a landlord?

Q: Hi, I am a landlord and my tenant will not pay overcrowding charges. His contract is about to finish in a few weeks. PFCF keeps reminding me of the fine, and the tenant keeps advising that he’s not willing to pay it. What can I do? Surely these charges need to be paid by the tenant. Regards,

Who notifies the defendant in Dubai online court cases: me or the court?

Q: Hello, I just wanted to know how the Dubai court system works. Once I file a case online, do I have to issue the notice, or does the court notify the defendant on its own?

After securing an executive judgment for unpaid salary and final settlement, what's next?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to follow up on the matter of my unpaid salary and final settlement, amounting to 49,000, for which I have already obtained an executive judgment. Despite this, I have not yet received the payment. Could you please advise on the next steps to proceed with the issuance of an arrest warrant or any other necessary actions to ensure the recovery of my dues?

Can I start a dispute against a bank for overcharging without paying the full court fee upfront?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I am seeking legal advice for my ongoing cheque execution case with a bank. I wish to open a dispute case against the bank for claiming more than I owe. However, to open a substantial dispute case, the court fees are around 20,000, which I cannot afford to pay in one shot. Is there a way to request the court to start the case with my passport as a guarantee, with a minimum amount, or to pay the fees in installments?

I rented out a machine that burst into flames at the worksite. Can I claim compensation?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I rented out a machine two weeks ago. Today, I received news that it burst into flames at the worksite. Can I claim compensation for the machine and the lost business opportunity until it gets replaced?

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Can we take legal action against a former employee directing clients to other companies?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Can we take any action against a former employee who is directing clients to other companies in the UAE?

Is it true that I can't lodge a case if I am on a visit visa in the UAE?

Q: Is it true that I can`t lodge a case if I am on a visit visa in the UAE?

When settling labor court fees, we were asked to pay "case closure fees." What are they?

Q: Dear Lawyers, We recently remitted payment for court fees and litigation charges associated with a two-level appeal process in the Labor Court. This action followed the issuance of the appeal decision, which also mandated the case`s transfer back to the Court of First Instance. However, upon attempting to settle the aforementioned fees, we were also informed of the necessity to pay "case closure fees." We request clarification regarding the significance of this unexpected charge and the status of the appeal.

Do I have to send the tenant an eviction notice after buying a villa in Dubai?

Q: Hi We are in the process of buying a residential villa in Dubai which is currently tenanted. The seller did not issue an eviction notice to the current tenant. However, the following sentence was added to the contract: “As agreed, this will be the last renewal period for the tenant. The tenancy contract will not be renewed or extended. At the end of this contract, the tenant will vacate the property on 11/01/2025.” On the above basis, is the tenant obligated to vacate on the above-mentioned date even after the property is transferred to me? If so, do I need to send them an eviction notice for 11/01/2025? Or a 12-month notice would need to be sent? Thanks In advance

I have an unpaid credit card in the UAE and I will be traveling to Qatar. Will I be arrested?

Q: I have an unpaid credit card of approximately AED 45000 in the UAE. I will be traveling to Qatar due to work. Will I be arrested in Qatar?

How can I get an outpass if my passport is held by my employer?

My employer won't accept my resignation or return my passport. What are my options?