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Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Unfortunately, I have fallen victim to cybercrime. One of our clients received a suspicious email containing a forged letterhead with a photoshopped signature and stamp, as well as an unauthorized IBAN (International Bank Account Number) that does not belong to us. As a result, the client transferred funds to that fraudulent account without confirming with us. Regarding our legal rights to recover the payment, it is essential to seek advice from a qualified attorney who is familiar with cybercrime and financial fraud. They will be able to guide us on the best course of action. Depending on the jurisdiction and circumstances, we may explore options such as initiating a legal case against our client to recover the funds. However, it is essential to have proper legal counsel to ensure that we take the appropriate steps and protect our rights throughout the process.

How can I claim back money lent to a friend based on a loan agreement?

Q: Good evening, I lent AED 49,960 to a friend. She has written and signed a loan agreement letter about this. I even have a pic of her holding this agreement in her hands. The problem I have now is that she has blocked me on WhatsApp and I can’t reach her there. I’m afraid she will run away with this. What can I do? Warm regards K.

How to settle bank cases for a credit card and loan and come back to the UAE?

Q: There are 4 financial cases due to the non-payment of a credit card and a loan. It has been 7 years since I left the UAE, and now I want to come back. Kindly advise.

Will my wife and kids be affected by my unpaid debts in Saudi Arabia?

Q: Greetings, I lived in Saudi Arabia before and have unpaid debts that have not been resolved. Can a travel ban be placed on me in the UAE for this? What about my wife and kids if they travel to or transit through the UAE? Regards,

My father was partner in a company in Abu Dhabi and passed away. How to transfer his shares?

Q: Hi, My father owned a company in Abu Dhabi and had some shares there. He passed away in India last year and did not leave a will. My mother and I are Singaporeans. We want to transfer his company shares to someone else. May I know what is the exact legal procedure, please? Do we need to get the Death Certificate attested? What documents will we need to produce? Do we need to obtain a Letter of Administration in Singapore first before coming to the UAE? Thank you so much for your kind advice.

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ماهية الإستشارة القانونية

إن الاستشارات القانونية هي أحد أهم أعمال المحاماة، وقد يعتقد البعض أنه ليس من الضروري تعيين محامي متخصص لأعمالهم أو شركاتهم إلا في حال التعرض لمشاكل قانونية، إلا أن حقيق الأمر تتطلب الحذر دائمًا، فبدلًا من أن تواجه ردود أفعال غير مرغوب فيها قد تكلفك الكثير من الوقت والجهد والمال، يمكنك الحصول على استشارة قانونية أياً كانت قيمتها فلا تقارن بقيمة الخسائر المادية والمشاكل القانونية التي قد تنتج عن التصرف بدونها، ولعل كثرة القضايا والمنازعات سببها عدم أخذ الرأي القانوني من أهل الخبرة.

How to check if I have an absconding/travel/labor ban in UAE?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I need to check if there is any absconding/travel/labor ban on me. I was in Dubai in 2015 and left the job in 2 months due to a family emergency.

How to claim compensation for medical error after receiving a report from DHA?

Q: Greetings everyone, I received the final medical report made by the doctors` committee at DHA. The report says that the doctor and the hospital made a 100% medical error (my finger surgery). - What is the maximum compensation I can ask for this wrong surgery on my finger? - If I already have the report from DHA, what do I need to do next to get compensation? - In case I need to go to court, what is the process? Thank you!

What losses can I claim in a civil court case?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, If I file a civil court case, will the judge only consider the lost amount, or will they also consider extra losses such as legal fees, court fees, loss of income, and fines by the bank?

Can the bank in the UAE initiate legal proceedings in my country for credit card debts?

Q: I left the UAE due to the loss of my job and have credit card payments overdue. However, I found a new job in another country and was in touch with the bank to restructure my credit. Due to the big monthly installments offer from the bank side, we couldn`t reach an agreement. Now the bank is emailing me and threatening to take legal action against me in my current residence country. Is it possible I may face legal problems in my current country if I don`t agree to the bank`s terms? Thank you

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Termination due to company restructuring. What should an employee get?

Q: Hi, I have received an employment termination letter due to company restructuring. This was done without prior notice, and I am currently completing a one-month grace period. I have not used any of my annual leave, and I have been working here for nine months. Could you please let me know what sort of compensation I am supposed to receive? Thank you!

Can I be sued for credit card debt even if I make arrangements to pay it back?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I took out a credit card and did not pay the dues for 3 months. I received a notice to pay. I have now arranged to pay the overdue amount. The card limit is 15,000 and the overdue amount is 3,300. I have arranged to pay 3,300 and then make the full payment of the card before next month`s due date. Will legal action be taken against me even if I pay the overdue amount? Kindly clarify!

هل يمكن الطعن في الشيكات بعد فتح ملف تنفيذ

س: السلام عليكم، لدي استفسارات بخصوص الشيكات المرتجعة. عندي شيكات مرتجعة وسبب الارتجاع عدم كفاية الرصيد. ١. هل يحدث طعن في الشيكات بعد فتح ملف تنفيذ؟ وهل هناك نماذج لأسباب الطعن أو الرفض؟ ٢. بعض الشيكات تعتبر رأس مال وبعضها تعتبر أرباح. هل يحق للطرف الثاني رفض الوفاء بالوعود والطعن بشيكات الأرباح؟ ٣. حسب علمي، صاحب الشيكات لديه أموال وأملاك وحدث تنازل لعدم تسديد الأموال. متى ينظر القاضي لآخر التنازلات من أملاك صاحب الشيك والمدة؟ شكرًا مقدمًا!

إخلاء الشقة من المستأجر للاستخدام الشخصي بعد شرائها

س: مرحبًا، اشتريت شقة وفيها مستأجر. المستأجر عقده ينتهي بعد شهرين وأحتاج استخدم الشقة استخدام شخصي. هل يجوز إخلاء المستأجر؟

تحصيل مستحقات عمالية من شركة مغلقة

س: السلام عليكم ورحمة الله وبركاته، لدي حكم عمالي منذ قرابة العام والشركة مغلقة. قدمت طلبًا للحجز لدى عدد من البنوك والممتلكات، ولكن ليس لدى الشركة أي ممتلكات. كما تقدمت بطلب ضبط وإحضار تم رفضه لأن الشركة ذات مسؤولية محدودة والمدير شخصية منفصلة. كيف يمكن لي تحصيل المبلغ؟ شكرًا لكم!

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لم أستلم مستحقاتي العمالية بعد إنهاء خدماتي. ماذا أفعل؟

A client tricked into transferring funds to a fraudulent account. What to do?