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Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I work in Umm Al Quwain for a construction company. My name is on the license with 0% as the manager, and it`s a sole proprietorship license. If there is a case involving a returned cheque or a civil case against the company, will I be held responsible? I am currently facing a travel ban, and I am employed on a salary basis with the company.

Expired contract, employer holding cancellation. Can I leave?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My contract expired on December 22, and I gave a non-renewal notice on December 4. As per the employer`s request, I worked until January 15. After that, they are holding my cancellation. My visa is valid until the end of January. I need to go back to my home country for some medical purposes before January 19. Is that possible, or if they do not allow it, what should I do?

What is the maximum sentence for someone arrested for unpaid debt?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My cousin has been arrested in Ajman for an unpaid debt in a civil case. What is the maximum sentence that can be imposed on him? Since he`s not an Emirati, can he travel after the sentence?

Tour agency service is unsatisfactory. How to claim compensation?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I paid 13,000 DHMs for a tour package to a tour agency in Dubai but encountered persistent difficulties in booking a holiday through the company. They cited excuses related to time constraints and peak season challenges. After persistent attempts, we decided to embark on a trip to Sri Lanka. Despite confirming arrangements with the company, upon reaching the hotel, we discovered no reservation was made. This left us stranded, forcing unplanned and costly accommodation due to the hotel`s exorbitant asking price. While initially assured by the agency that bookings were in order, subsequent communication admitted their mistake, offering a refund for the hotel. Though appreciative of the proposed refund, the overall dissatisfaction prompts me to consider filing a complaint with the Consumer Court. I seek guidance on procedures for addressing tour package issues, cancellations, and seeking compensation for package costs, unplanned hotel expenses, and the mental pressure endured.

What if the broker didn't collect the deposit cheque, and the seller wants it?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I have a question related to a real estate transaction in Dubai. One of my clients signed an MOU but couldn`t complete the deal on time, and the MOU has now expired. The owner wants to claim the deposit, but unfortunately, I did not collect the deposit cheque from the buyer; he only sent me a picture of the cheque at the time of completing the MOU. So, my question is, what consequences might I face for not collecting the cheque from the buyer if the seller takes legal action to collect his 10% deposit? What are the potential consequences I will have to deal with? Thank you in advance!

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Visit visa rejected due to valid UAE resident permit. What's the next step?

Q: Hi, I applied for a UAE visit visa two weeks ago along with my 12-year-old son, and it was rejected with the reason stating that we have a valid resident permit still in the UAE. However, we exited the country in April 2018, and our resident visa was valid until August 2018, which wasn`t canceled from our side, assuming it would be automatically canceled after six months of not entering the UAE. Kindly advise on this matter as we would like to travel to the UAE for a visit soon. Thank you!

What if the landlord does not collect rent and later files for immediate eviction?

Q: Hello, My landlord is not agreeing to meet to pick up the checks for the rental unit I am living in, and he is also not confirming any other alternative way of payment. I know he wants to send an eviction notice to me in the future. Can he use the above against me? How can I make sure that he cannot claim that I am not paying, as he is the one who is not agreeing to meet? I have sent him three reminders already. Would appreciate your recommendation on this. Thanks!

How many steps are there in the approval process for a mercy request?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, How many steps are there in the approval process for a mercy request? Is it true that there are application acceptance approval and final approval?

Do I need to register a business or get a license to sell on Amazon AE?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I am an online Amazon seller in Australia. I want to sell through Amazon AE. Do I need to register a business or apply for a license before I can start selling on Amazon AE?

Claiming ILOE insurance after termination due to company restructuring

Q: Greetings, I was terminated from the company due to company restructuring, and they gave me a 1-month notice period. My last working date is 14-02-2024. Can I claim 3 months` salary for unreasonable termination? I have ILOE (Involuntary Loss of Employment) insurance, which completes 12 months on 13-02-2024. Can I request a claim for the ILOE insurance? Please advise me regarding this.

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Is an email legitimate for adding terms not mentioned in the tenancy contract?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I want to rent an apartment in JVC, and the real estate managing the building sent me the contract. After reading it, I noticed there is a clause stating that pets are not allowed. There is no clause about maintenance fees and whether they are covered (although the agent mentioned cats are allowed and maintenance is free). Also, there is no clause stating that the rent increase follows RERA guidelines. When I went to negotiate, the manager said we cannot change the contract but offered to send an official email stating that cats are allowed, maintenance is free, and the rent increase complies with RERA. I haven’t signed the contract and want to know if the email is legitimate and if I can use it as proof if needed for dispute resolution. Thanks in advance!

Can we move before the contract ends if the landlord won't renew next year?

Q: Hello, The landlord has sent a court notice that he won`t renew the contract with us next year after the renewal of the current year, and after 12 months, we need to evacuate the house. Do we have the right to move before the contract ends without penalty?

I have been working for 4 years. Can I resign without paying money?

Q: Good evening, sir/madam I want to resign from the company where I have been working for 4 years. My visa has been renewed for 3 months now. I want to know whether I can resign from the company without paying money, or I need to pay. Please help me!

My labor card isn't submitted to MOHRE. What consequences could I face?

Q: Hi, I have been working in a company for more than 1 and a half years. They provided me with a visa, Emirates ID, and everything. Also, my offer letter has been submitted, and I got my work permit for 2 months initially. However, now I checked the MOHRE app and found that my labor card has not been submitted until now. When I asked my colleagues, some of them are in the same situation. What consequences might I face if caught by the government? Also, what can I do right now to submit my labor contract by the employer? If I file a complaint, will it be confidential?

When does the final committee decide on judicial deportation?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My brother has applied for a mercy petition to lift the judicial deportation. He completed a 1-month jail sentence for forgery. The petition has been approved at the initial stage by the Dubai public prosecution office, but we are told that the final committee meets only twice a year to make the final decision. My question is, does any reliable source know when these meetings typically occur in a year? Thanks!

What is the minimum loan for Interpol to arrest an expat?

As the manager with 0% ownership on the license, am I liable for a returned cheque?