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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 case against me for my obligation after merging with another bank?

Q: Can the bank file a case against me for my bank obligation? I issued a cheque to the bank before but I was not able to pay it completely since I lost my job. Can the bank sue me for this even if they have merged with another bank? Please advise.

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Can I sue my landlord for renting my old apartment after I vacated it?

Q: Hi, The landlord gave me a notice one year ago saying that he wanted to sell the villa. I vacated the villa after that, and two months later, I found out that he had already rented it to someone else. Can I sue him? What can I get? Thank you!

Where to apply for personal insolvency in Dubai?

Q: Hello, I would like to know where to apply for personal insolvency in Dubai. I would appreciate your assistance in providing me with the exact location or areas where I can apply. Thank you!

How to deal with a tenant who is not willing to pay market rent?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Our unit is currently rented at a lower price. According to the market, it is 45% less, and according to the RERA Rental Index, it is 13% less. The RERA Rental Index allows for a maximum increase of 5%, but the current market trend indicates that we should at least increase the rent by 15%, which is the minimum rent for similar units. Can we increase the rent according to the market value, as the tenant is only willing to pay 5% more based on the RERA Rental Index?

Friend arrested by CID for drug use, not in police station after 4 days, what to do?

Q: Hello, One of my friends was arrested by the CID for drug use. It has been 4 days since then, and we do not know where they took him. We have been looking for him in every police station, but he is not there. What should we do in this case? What is the process?

Rental agency demanding full payment of legal fees after rental increase verdict

Q: Hi, We have received the verdict for our rental increase case. The judge has decided on a 20% increase. The agency is now asking us to cover all costs and expenses. Our legal advisor says that this should be shared, but they are insisting that we are liable to pay fully. Please can you give me some advice on this? It is written on the court verdict that: "إلزام المدعى عليه بالمناسب من الرسوم والمصاريف".

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How to claim aftercare treatments and trauma caused by a car accident?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My mother was hit by a car. The hospital bill was covered, but what about the aftercare treatments and trauma caused by the accident? How can we claim for it?

Can I change visa if my previous employer filed a labor case against me?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My previous company filed a labor case against me, but I am now working for another company. I want to change my visa, and my current company is willing to cancel my visa. Can I change my visa in this situation?

How to get a new visa in UAE if my previous one was canceled before entry?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I was offered a job in the UAE in 2022. However, after signing a two-year limited contract, I was unable to travel to work due to a personal emergency. My visa status was shown as "canceled before entry." I do not have a file for my visa cancellation. I have been offered another job in the UAE this year, and I want to take it. Unfortunately, my new employer is unable to apply for my visa because they do not have my cancellation paper. I would like to know if I am blacklisted for this reason, will I have a travel ban? If I obtain my own tourist visa, will I have any problems with immigration?

Labor case against former employer for pending salary, will it affect my new job?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I want to file a labor case against my former employer for the settlement of my pending salary. My complaint to the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) did not work out, so I have to move to court. Do all court hearings take place online? Will this case affect my current job, as I am now working for a new company?

How to protect myself from being scammed again when withdrawing a criminal case?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I want to understand the process of withdrawing a criminal case. I had filed a criminal case against a person (for scamming and impersonating a different identity) with the police. Now, the defendant`s family wants me to withdraw the case and claims that they will repay all the losses incurred. Should I: 1. Take them with me to the police station where I filed my case and sign a document. 2. Tell them to hire a lawyer from their side and clarify how the payment will be made. 3. Is there any other way to resolve this matter easily? I also want to know what exactly should be written in the document. I don`t want to get scammed again, so I would appreciate your advice.

Do companies usually sponsor family visas for senior executives?

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