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The bank filed a case without notifying me, and the court has decided. What can I do?
Q: Hi, The bank filed a case without notifying me, and the court has already decided. What can I do? I was hired by a new company, and I don`t know if they can obtain a visa for me with this issue.
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Jun 6, 2024
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Can the new landlord evict us instantly for violating the "family use only" clause?
Q: Good Afternoon, We rent around 50 apartments for hotel staff accommodation in Dubai. This building has been sold to another person. The new owner is asking us to evacuate the building as soon as possible because he is selling these apartments. We have had the same accommodation since last year. Now, he is using a point mentioned in the contract: "3. This flat is for (Family Use Only), otherwise, the landlord has all rights to vacate the tenant from the property instantly and the tenant loses his/her rights and all the benefits under this lease, and the tenant agrees to this term. Pets not allowed." My question is: Does he have the right to force us to leave, and what is the grace period allowed for us to evacuate the apartments? Our current contract expires in January 2025. Thank you!
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Jun 5, 2024
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UAE
Should we vacate at the end of our tenancy or rely on the new owner's title deed date?
Q: Hi there! Our landlord sold the apartment we are currently staying in. We were aware they were on sale, but we never received any legal notice about it. We only received the title deed under the new owner`s name and issued the rest of the cheques to him. Should we vacate the apartment at the end of our tenancy contract, or rely on the title deed`s date (not sure if it is the correct document though)? Thanks in advance!
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Jun 5, 2024
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UAE
As a UAE-based accounting firm, can we offer services in other countries?
Q: Good evening, As a bookkeeping and accounting company in mainland UAE, could we perform accounting services outside the UAE for countries like the USA, Canada, and the UK?
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Jun 5, 2024
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UAE
Do we need a license to operate an e-commerce platform in the UAE?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, 1. Do we need a license to operate an e-commerce platform in the UAE? 2. Does e-commerce business in the UAE allow platform aggregators to collect money and keep it in an escrow account on behalf of the seller?
Jun 5, 2024
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UAE
Where to file a complaint about a Ras Al Khaimah real estate job without going to court?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Please advise on the regulating authority for real estate free zone companies in Ras Al Khaimah. Where can one file a complaint about a real estate job without resorting to court action?
Jun 5, 2024
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UAE
Can I appeal if landlord falsely claims rent non-payment despite evidence?
Q: Hi, I received a 30-day legal notice for missed rent on 26th Jan. I transferred the rent to the landlord by 7th Feb. I have communication from him that it was received. The subsequent months up until March were all paid and acknowledged by the landlord. A couple of weeks before renewal, he tried to increase the rent from 56k to 70k. On the contract renewal date, I filed an offer and renewal case, which the landlord did not respond to. On 8th May, he filed a case of First Instance stating he was still owed rent from the previous contract, which was already paid and acknowledged. I then uploaded the documents, but in English, and the decision went in his favor. Can I still appeal this enforcement?+4
Jun 5, 2024
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UAE
I won a labor case and the execution is completed, but my employer hasn’t paid. What’s next?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I won a labor case and the execution is also completed, but my employer still hasn’t paid. I requested to cease the company, but still, nothing has happened. How can I get my money faster? What’s next?Jun 5, 2024
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UAE
Can the landlord increase rent according to the valuation certificate?
Q: Hello Everyone, I know it has been discussed quite a few times; however, it`s not clear. Can the landlord increase rent according to the valuation certificate? My current rent is AED 71,400. When I check the RERA Rental Index, below is the text being shown: When renewing real property lease contracts, the maximum percentage of rent increase for real property in the Emirate of Dubai is 5% of the rent of real property unit, where the rent is 11% to 20% less than the average rental value of similar units. The rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Port Saeed ranges from 72,000 to 88,000 AED per year (excluding water, electricity, or any other fees). The increase amounts to 3,570 AED per year. The landlord`s valuation certificate states AED 85,000. Therefore, my question is whether the rent can be raised to AED 85,000 using the valuation certificate, or if the increase should be limited to 5% since the valuation falls between 11-20%.+4
Jun 5, 2024
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UAE
If the employer offers less than my demanded dues after court execution, what next?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I have a case in Dubai court regarding dues of 5 months` salary and end of service of about 35k AED. The court has executed the order, which was approved by MOHRE. Today, I got a call from their lawyer to mediate and settle for 20k, or they`ll appeal. They claim the bank account freeze won`t affect them as they have already transferred funds. This is when I denied taking 20k. What should I do in this scenario?+1
Jun 5, 2024
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UAE
What is the difference between misdemeanor, minor criminal, and major criminal circuit courts?
Q: Dear Questioner, What’s the difference between: 1. Misdemeanor Circuit Courts 2. Minor Criminal Circuit Courts 3. Major Criminal Circuit Courts in DubaiJun 5, 2024
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UAE
Can I renew my family visa if I have a RERA case in execution and a travel ban?
Q: Can I renew my family visa? 1: I have a RERA Case of 100k (execution completed) 2: Travel Ban
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Jun 4, 2024
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UAE
Is a new eviction notice required due to the ownership change?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, An eviction notice was served to the tenant by the old owner in June 2023. The apartment was sold in March 2024, with the tenancy contract limited by the notice passed on to the new owner. The date of eviction is now approaching. Is there a risk that a new eviction notice is required since the owner`s name changed and the tenant might not respect the old one?+5
Jun 4, 2024
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UAE
Absent repeatedly due to salary delays. Can the company terminate them without EOSB?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, There is an employee who has been absent repeatedly. However, the company is not paying salaries on time, with regular delays in salary payments. Can the company terminate the employee without end-of-service or notice period compensation if the employee cites occasional salary delays as the reason for their absences?
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Jun 4, 2024
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UAE
Can I sue for damages due to the landlord's maintenance negligence?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I rented a unit through an agency leasing on behalf of the landlord, and I don’t have the landlord’s contact details. Two months ago, I noticed a leak in the unit and reported it to the agency via their portal. Despite this, I received no response. I also sent emails, and the only reply I received was that they are waiting for the landlord’s approval to fix the leak. Since then, the leak has spread throughout the walls, causing insect infestations despite my efforts to hire pest control. Can I sue for compensation for the following: 1. Pest control costs 2. Increased DEWA (utility) bills 3. Inconvenience and discomfort 4. Loss of use+2
Jun 4, 2024
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UAE
Can a seriously ill foreigner in the UAE collect funds for a transplant outside the UAE?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Can a seriously ill foreigner living in the UAE and in severe financial difficulty collect funds for a transplant outside the UAE, and deposit them into a foreign bank account?Jun 4, 2024
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