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Can I evict my tenant in one year to change the tiles in the whole house?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Can I ask my tenant to vacate the premises in one year starting immediately to change the tiles in the whole house? The property has been rented since 2017 and needs a facelift. The current contract ends in February 2024, and we are looking to send a notice of rental increase before 90 days. However, we are sure that we want to make some changes around the house. These are not structural changes, but much-needed changes. What is the process and eligibility? Also, if RERA agrees, should we then renew the contract for 9 months, since the one-year notice would end in 9 months from February 2024?
Oct 27, 2023
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How to enforce a judge order issued a year ago to arrest my friend for money he borrowed?
Q: I had given a loan to a friend 3 years back. Now, I raised a case. The judge ordered an arrest warrant for him. It`s now a year, but unfortunately, he is not arrested, nor is he paying. I know for sure he is in Dubai. Is there a service that the police or concerned authorities actively search for him and arrest him in his home or workplace? Questions & Answers
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Dubai company not paying us, can we file a case with bounced cheques?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, We are a company located in Ras Al Khaimah. We have been working with a company in Dubai that is not paying us on time. The current balance due is 142K and we have all the necessary documents (invoices, balance sheet) with their stamp. Can we file a case against them? Note: We also have two pending cheques from their company, but it looks like they will bounce. Questions & Answers
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Clearing outstanding credit card dues at the airport when exiting the country
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Can outstanding credit card dues of AED 6,000 be cleared at the airport when exiting the country? Questions & Answers
UAE
Employer ignoring return request after family emergency - can I work elsewhere?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I returned to my home country due to a family health emergency, with the consent of my employer after a prolonged debate. My Employment status is just two months old. I have been in continuous communication and have been asking to rejoin since October 8, 2023, but he says they do not need me and is ignoring my communication. My visa status is active. Can I return on my own ticket and work elsewhere until he finds out I am back? In the meantime, I can look for another job if he does not get ready. He is asking for a visa amount of 7200 to recall me, but without rejoining the company. Please suggest a way for me to return. Questions & Answers
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Can a plaintiff request interest for the period of the court case?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Can a plaintiff request interest for the period of the court case to be paid on top of the claim amount by the defendant? For example, if the claim amount is AED 100,000 and the court case lasts six months, may the losing party be ordered to pay interest for six months on AED 100,000 in addition to the claim amount? Questions & Answers
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My ex-wife has put a travel ban and arrest warrant on me due to alimony owed. What to do?
Q: My ex-wife has put a travel ban and arrest warrant on me due to alimony owed. I pay every month but it`s not enough. What I want to know is whether the arrest expires after 1 year or this is forever. Also, will I be arrested in Saudi, Qatar, or any other GCC country? I currently live in Canada. Questions & Answers
UAE
I have an execution case for cheque bounce and got the visa for a job I found. Can I come back?
Q: Hello, I currently have an execution case (status reserved) for a bounced cheque (less than 300K). I found a job in Dubai as I want to pay back my debts. My future employer applied for an employment visa and I received the approved visa from the authorities today. Does it mean that I can safely travel? Or I will be detained at the airport? I`m confused. Thank you. Questions & Answers
UAE
My boss took my passport and issued credit cards under my name. What to do?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My boss took my passport in the UAE and issued credit cards and a loan under my name without telling me. I need to travel overseas on a priority basis, but he is not returning my passport. I need expert advice, please! Questions & Answers
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Lent money with court agreement: Borrower not answering calls. What to do?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I need advice on how to move forward, as I lent $100,000 to a person with whom I had an agreement in court. This person was supposed to return my money by May 2023, as per the agreement. However, I am going through a financial crisis, and I have asked this person to return my money, but he is not answering my calls. Questions & Answers
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Is an appeal case treated like a new case?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Is an appeal case treated like a new case, or is only the evidence submitted in the court of first instance considered for the appeal court`s verdict? Questions & Answers
UAE
What does it mean when the court decides "Deferred To Interrogation"?
Q: What does it mean when the court decides "Deferred To Interrogation"? I have a final judgment in labor, but the status is changed to Deferred To Interrogation. What does it mean? Questions & Answers
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How can the heirs of a deceased person distribute his shares if there is a minor?
Q: My father died recently. We are Muslim residents in Dubai. I have siblings including a minor who is 16 years old. My father has land and vehicles under his name. If I am applying for inheritance, does the minor need to have a share in ALL the properties and vehicles or can she be given a particular property/vehicle? Secondly, if we want the land to be in her name, and she manages it (like renting and bank), does it require an adult? Can the vehicles be transferred to someone else’s name without including her? Your guidance will be very much appreciated. Questions & Answers
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District cooling refuses to refund security deposit: What to do?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Can a district cooling company refuse to refund the security deposit until an owner sells their flat, even though it has been rented out and they have accepted a second security deposit from the new tenant? Questions & Answers
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Can my landlord send an eviction notice for selling the apartment
Q: Can my landlord send an eviction notice for selling the apartment but actually he is going to use for a first degree relative? The eviction notice has to mention exactly the purpose for use. If it is one of the acceptable reasons for an eviction, it doesn`t matter, right? Thanks Questions & Answers
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