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Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Someone took money from me for some things, but I didn`t receive the things. One day, he told me that he couldn`t give me my money back. I called him for several days, but he still didn`t reply to me. How can I get my money back? Can you give me some suggestions?

Employer forcing me to sign addendum to contract to give up benefit: What to do?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, If the company HR is now forcing me to sign an addendum to my contract to give up a benefit in my original contract, and is threatening to fire me if I do not sign, what is the best way to protect myself? The benefit they want to remove is that "upon completion of each year of service, staff will receive two additional full months` salary, according to their performance appraisal." My performance appraisal entitles me to the full two months` salary, but the new GM is asking HR to have all staff sign the addendum to give up this benefit, or they will be fired.

Landlord wants to change maintenance terms after rent increase: What are my rights?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I have a question about the renewal of my contract for the third year. The owner has increased the rent according to the RERA index, and I have agreed to this. However, there was an additional term in the contract that stated that the landlord would be responsible for major maintenance. The landlord has now said that all maintenance will be the responsibility of the tenant, and he has stopped communicating with me. Is it allowed to change the terms and conditions of the contract when renewing it with a higher rent price?

How to deal with a wife who keeps checking the phone?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My friend is having marital problems because his wife keeps checking his phone without his permission, especially when he is asleep. This is a major source of conflict between them, especially when his wife finds pictures of other women on his phone.

Blackmailing a married woman in UAE: Can she be arrested for adultery?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My friend is a married woman and an expert in the UAE. She had an affair with a man, and someone found out about it. This person is blackmailing her by threatening to tell her husband, but is not asking for money. If my friend goes to the police about the blackmailer, can she be arrested for adultery as a backlash?

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What are the consequences of leaving UAE with absconding case?

Q: Hello, I have an absconding case on my work permit, and my ID and medical process have not been completed. Can I leave the UAE without a passport?

Can the bank harass me with the HR at my work to claim a debt?

Q: The bank said that they would file an execution case since I couldn`t meet their demands. And as part of the process, they will visit my company and involve HR. Plus, I keep receiving excessive phone calls not only on my mobile but also on the company phones and landlines. Even the receptionist from the other branch received rude treatment even if I was constantly in contact with them. My questions are: 1. What is the process of execution case? 2. Is HR involved in this? Do they have the right to visit the company? 3. What can I do so they stop harassing me and my colleagues? Please, can someone help me with this? Thank you so much in advance.

Can employer force me to work after contract ends if the visa is still valid?

Q: Greetings, My labor contract expires on August 22, 2023. I submitted a notice of non-renewal on August 7. However, my boss said that I need to continue going to work because my Emirates ID indicates that my visa expires on October 12. She threatened to take me to court if I do not comply. Which one should I follow? Thank you!

A landlord sent an eviction notice without mentioning the reason. Is it valid?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My landlord has just given me a 12-month notice to vacate the villa. I know that this is because rents have increased significantly, and he wants to rent it out at a higher rent. As I understand it, landlords can only ask tenants to vacate if they want to sell the property or live in it themselves. The legal notice through the Dubai Courts notary did not state these as reasons for the notice; it simply stated that I must vacate within 12 months. What are my options in this case?

How can you force the tenant to replace the rent cheques after purchasing property?

Q: Hi, I am an agent and I recently sold one rented property. There are still 8-9 months left for the tenancy contract, since now we have a new owner. So we prepared a new tenancy contract and asked the tenant for his signature on the new tenancy contract and to replace the cheques under the name of the new owner. However, the tenant keeps delaying the process and not responding. How can we replace the cheques under the new owner`s name? If not, how can we legally ask the tenant for the replacement of cheques? We do have old cheques.

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Do companies usually sponsor family visas for senior executives?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, For senior positions like MD or GM, is it common for companies to bear the cost of family residence visa fees?

Extradition case for drug abuse: What is the punishment and how long will it take?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, What is the punishment for abusing narcotic substances stipulated in Tables (1) and (2)? The status of the case is extradition, and the disposition date is August 15. How long will it take for the final judgment?

Phone confiscated by police in Dubai: How to get it back?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I have a criminal case in Dubai that was closed after discussions with the applicant. However, the police officer took my phone when I went to the police station for the first time. He said that my phone would be returned to me soon after the case was closed, but I am still waiting. What can I do now?

How long do I have time to stay after the cancellation of my employment visa?

Q: How long do I have time to stay after the cancellation of my employment visa?

Can I change my job in the UAE without a contract?

Q: Hi, I have been working in the UAE for 5 months without signing a contract with my company. I have received my Emirates ID. I want to change my job. Can I do that?

Can the bank file a civil case against me for a property?

What to do if someone took my money and didn't deliver the goods?