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I posted a review for a piercing shop, and they threatened me to file a defamation case against me. What to do?

Q: I recently posted a review for a piercing shop, and they threatened to file a defamation case against me. I didn`t get it first. Their customer service was rude, and when I posted a review about it, they said they would file a complaint. I basically said I gave them one star, and I said whenever I have gone to their Instagram page to ask questions, they have been rude to me. Probably they don`t want to answer or they are irritated by my questions for improving their customer service, especially for their clients who paid you for piercings! This is my review. I want to ask, is this illegal and considered defamation? Don`t I have a right to post reviews?

I have Form F for apartment which caught fire and the broker refused to return the deposit. What to do?

Q: Hello I have Form F for an apartment in [----], which caught a huge fire recently. There is no force majeure clause in the contract, but according to the law in the UAE, it shall be terminated without penalty. The seller doesn’t want to cancel the contract F, and the broker of seller is not refunding the deposit.

Can U.S. debts lead to a UAE visa denial?

Q: Hello, I live in the United States, and I have to travel to the UAE for work. My visa was revoked, and I was told it was due to outstanding debts here in the US. Is it true that my debts in the US can cause my visa to be denied?

Can my employer refuse to give me even one day off as a nanny in the UAE?

Q: Hello, I am a nanny of 1-and-a-half-year-old twins. I asked my employer to have a day off, even once a month, but she didn’t allow me! I messaged her on WhatsApp, but she didn’t reply. Last month, I talked to her husband to ask for a day off again. He told me that he would arrange it. Then I messaged him yesterday to have a day off on Monday, July 7, 2025, but he never saw my message. What should I do?

How can I complain about a salon with no license?

Q: Hi, How can I complain about a salon with no license? Everything in the salon is not clean, not sterilized, and they also keep one staff member without an ID. I mean, she is overstaying, but she is still working.

Are there any risks of losing my labor dues if I sign the cancellation form before receiving them?

Q: Good afternoon, I have noticed the following clause in the cancellation form and would like to ask whether it could potentially affect the complaint file in the future: I certify that I have received all my dues up to date. Employee Signature

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How can I lift the arrest warrant in an execution case if I have a criminal case hearing about the same cheque?

Q: How can I lift the arrest warrant in an execution case if I have a criminal case hearing about the same cheque, which is in execution?

Facing mental and financial harassment from my husband. What can I do?

Q: Hello, My husband is mentally harassing me for my salary. He wants my full salary and savings. He knows I am an epilepsy patient, so proper sleep is very important for me. Still, he fights with me all night. He just wants my salary. Last year, I left him and went back to India, but after a few months, he came to me and assured me he wouldn`t misbehave with me. But now he has again started fighting with me all the time for my salary. According to him, my salary is his asset because after marriage, I came to Dubai. Please help me and suggest.

Will my current pregnancy affect my insurance coverage or status since I am not officially married yet?

Q: Good day! I am currently covered under the [-------] plan with [-----]. My marital status is still listed as single, but I am getting married on August 5. Due to unexpected travel issues, our original wedding date in June had to be rescheduled. I recently became pregnant and have already paid for my antenatal check-up package for the first trimester. After my wedding, I plan to submit my marriage certificate to update my status with the insurer. I would like to kindly ask for advice: will my current pregnancy affect my insurance coverage or status since I am not officially married yet? Could there be any risk of my insurance being canceled or any legal implications because of this timing? I appreciate your guidance and any clarification you can provide. Thank you very much for your support.

Can I file a police case if a contractor takes payment and disappears?

Q: Hello, I hired someone to fix the water leaking problem at my office. I have paid half the amount we agreed on during a face-to-face meeting. Now the person is not answering my calls or replying on WhatsApp. Can I file a police case against him? Please advise!

When can I expect the court of execution to pay my labor dues after winning the case for training cost?

Q: I recently won my case at MOHRE regarding the AED 6,000 training cost, which the company was not entitled to. I have now filed an execution request at Al Adheed on July 4, 2025, to claim my pending salary and visa cancellation, which were not provided within the legal 14-day period. As I do not have an Emirates ID yet, the report was submitted using my passport. I was informed I would receive a court fee payment link if the process pushes through. May I kindly ask: Will the execution proceed using my passport? How long does this process usually take? What should I expect next? Thank you for your assistance.

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Can we file a criminal case and civil case if our customer paid in cheques and cheated us?

Q: I want to take advice from a law firm for debt collection. A customer of ours has misguided us and cheated us by giving us cheques and now not paying. I would like to know if a criminal case can be filed apart from a civil case.

Why is my bank account frozen for a case in another bank?

Q: Hello, "A hold has been placed on a portion of the funds available in your account due to a hold applied for an Ajman court case. Kindly visit your branch or call." I received the above message from the bank, although the cheque bounce case is with another bank, but they have held funds in my account.

My brother had a case and cleared it but still have a trave ban. What to do to guarantee him?

Q: Hi, My brother had a case, and he cleared it by settling all the dues in court and got the clearance paper as well. However, a travel ban seems to exist now because of a small amendment that has to be made on his end. In the meantime, he has to travel back home for a week for an emergency. What can I do to lift the travel ban temporarily if I want to be the guarantor? How to file the application for this? Should the debtor also authorise this application even though his dues are paid, but only an amendment to their trade license is not initiated at this point, based on the actual judgement?

Can declaring bankruptcy protect civil company partners from rent-related travel bans?

Q: Bankruptcy of Civil Company in Dubai – Impact on Partners and Landlord Execution Case I am a partner in a civil company in Dubai that has accumulated rental dues of over 1 million. The landlord has obtained a judgment and filed an execution case that includes travel bans, arrest orders, and licence freezes against the company and its partners. I want to understand the legal and practical implications of initiating bankruptcy proceedings for the civil company under UAE law: Can a civil company file for bankruptcy in the UAE, or must the partners do so individually? What is the impact on existing execution cases—the one filed by the landlord to recover unpaid rent? Will travel bans and arrest warrants issued against partners be lifted automatically upon filing or approval of bankruptcy? Is bankruptcy advisable in cases where the only major creditor is the landlord pursuing rent recovery? Are all partners jointly and severally liable even after bankruptcy is filed?

What to do if an employee fails to provide the required 90-day written notice for resignation?

Q: Colleagues, The situation is as follows: The contract expires on August 14, 2025. However, the contract includes the following clauses: 1. (The “Term”) commencing on August 1, 2023. The contract shall automatically and repeatedly renew for periods of 2 years unless either Party notifies the other in writing, not less than 90 days prior to the expiry date of such period, of its desire not to renew the original or any renewed period. 2. This contract may be terminated by either of the Parties prior to the end of the Term, provided that the terminating Party serves the other Party with advance written notice of 90 days (minimum 30 and maximum 90 calendar days). The employee today expressed a desire not to extend the contract. But he didn`t serve the required notice (90 days). What can we do in this case?

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