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What do I need to file a case against my tenant for failing to provide rent cheques after a legal notice?

Q: I`m looking for a potential opening of an RDC lawsuit for my tenant. She is not providing rent cheques, even though we agreed and renewed the tenancy contract. There is also an overdue of the 1st cheque payment. I sent a legal notice on non-payment, served on her on 16th September.

Should a legal notice be bilingual, in English and Arabic?

Q: Should a legal notice be bilingual? I want to send a legal notice to my business partner (non-Arab). I went to an official translator and got an official translation into Arabic. Now I will go with three printouts to the Notary Public. It is about 8 pages in Arabic and 8 pages in English. Question: Should I only take the Arabic printout with me and get that stamped by the Notary, then ask TABLEEGH to send the English version as an attachment to the Arabic notice? Or should I take all 16 pages (8 Arabic + 8 English) and get the notary stamp on the last page? The reason I ask is that sometimes the Notary does not like long notices.

How to protect my residency when switching from a self-employed to an employer-sponsored visa?

Q: I currently hold a Self-Employed Residency Visa from the Dubai Development Authority (DDA – GoFreelance). I’ve been offered a new role with a U.S. university via an Employer of Record (EOR). Their attempt to apply for a labor card through MOHRE was rejected, as it’s not possible for free zone residents. They have asked me to cancel my current visa so they can sponsor me under an employment visa. My concern is that if I cancel my visa and the new employer/EOR withdraws or fails to complete the process, I’ll be left without valid residency. I’ve also been told new self-employment permits are no longer issued, only renewals, so I cannot easily return to my current status. Questions: - Does UAE law offer any protection in this scenario? - What risk-mitigation steps can I take/request before canceling? - If the process fails, what legal options remain for me to stay in the UAE?

How can a U.S. startup sign a contract with a UAE company despite legal differences?

Q: Hello, I have a company in the USA, but we are still a startup, and we have an offer from a company in the UAE. However, we can`t create a contract because of different laws. What can we do, please?

Will the court rule based on the expert’s higher report or my lawyer’s lower claim?

Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I am currently involved in a court case against a developer who failed to fulfill his obligations under our contract. My lawyer filed the lawsuit at the beginning of the case, claiming the return of the amounts I paid. Later, the court appointed an expert. The expert has now issued his report and concluded that the developer owes me a much higher amount than what was originally claimed by my lawyer, as the expert also included items such as lost profit and other damages. I am confused and would like your guidance: in my situation, will the court’s decision be based on the expert’s report, or only on the lower amount requested by my lawyer in the lawsuit? Thank you very much for your advice. The court is in Shajrah.

How to enforce a catch order on a tenant back in Dubai despite a travel ban?

Q: Good morning, I am a landlord in a case against my tenant, who has been evicted due to non-payment of rent. The court has already issued the eviction order and provided me with a list of the tenant’s furniture. I also applied for a travel ban and license blocks against the tenant. However, I recently found out that the tenant is currently in Dubai. Since I already have a catch order from the court, could you please advise me on the following: 1. How is it possible for the tenant to re-enter the UAE despite the travel ban and catch order? 2. What is the procedure for me to follow up and activate the catch order now that the tenant is in Dubai? 3. What further steps can we take to ensure the payment settlement is enforced? I would appreciate your urgent guidance on this matter. Thanks!

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My family is holding my passport and hitting me. Can I report domestic violence and get my passport back?

Q: My family has my passport with them and is not allowing me to have it. I’m a 24-year-old UAE citizen woman, but I can’t have my passport. It’s with my family. How can I take my passport? What are my rights? Also, if my family physically abuses me, what are my rights? Also, if my family hits me and physically abuses me, what are my rights? What can I do legally to have my passport back? And in case of physical violence towards me, what are my rights?

How can I correct a mistaken Commercial Registration (CR) number in the enforcement request?

Q: Hello, How can I correct the Commercial Registration (CR) number that was entered by mistake in the enforcement request? Please guide me to the proper procedure or authority.

What if someone borrows from loan apps and leaves before the first installment is due?

Q: Hello, What happens if a person takes a loan from applications such as instant loan apps and exits before the first installment is paid? Will the immigration team pull the customer from the airport? This exit from the country is an urgent requirement and an unavoidable situation. The first installment repayment date has not yet come.

The Difference Between Medical Error and Gross Medical Error under UAE Law

Medical liability is a cornerstone of healthcare law in the UAE, ensuring accountability while protecting both patients and practitioners. Federal Decree-Law No. (4) of 2016 on Medical Liability, along with its Executive Regulations, sets the framework for addressing malpractice claims. A central aspect of this framework is the distinction between medical error and gross medical error, as the degree of fault directly affects the legal consequences.

Can a third apartment owner enforce an existing eviction notice?

Q: Hi Mr. Abdul, I’d like to consult about the validity of an eviction notice and my eligibility to use it to evict the tenant, as I am the third owner of the apartment during the 12 months of the eviction notice.

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Can I renew my visa despite having a pending police case and a travel ban?

Q: I currently have a pending police case and a travel ban. My visa is about to expire and is due for renewal. I checked with the police, and the case is still under review because the complainant has not submitted the required medical report, despite being asked for it for almost a year. Is there a chance that my visa renewal will be rejected? Also, can I request the dismissal of the case since the complainant has failed to provide the necessary report?

Can I pursue both criminal and civil cases for a confirmed medical error and claim full compensation?

Q: Hello, I received a final report from the Higher Medical Authority stating that a medical error happened in my case and the responsibility lies with the doctor. So I wanted to know a couple of things: - Can I file both a criminal and a civil case (will it help or will it worsen my case)? - Can I include the surgery charges and medical charges paid by my insurance company to the hospital in the calculation of compensation?

Can Dubai landlords cut off utilities for late rent, and what legal steps can tenants take?

Q: Hello, If a landlord cuts off essential services to a tenant (such as electricity, water, or central air conditioning) on the grounds that the tenant has delayed rent payment, is the landlord legally entitled to do so? What procedures can the tenant take under the tenancy law in the Emirate of Dubai?

I have loan and must leave the country due to an emergency. Will I face problems at the airport?

Q: I have taken a Cashnow loan recently and have to leave the country on exit due to some emergency back in my country. Will it be an issue, or will I face problems at the airport? I am willing to pay it from my home country if possible. The loan of AED 8000 is fresh & less than a month old.

Can my employer block me from joining a competitor without a non-compete clause?

Q: Hello, I don`t have a non-compete clause in my contract, and I am moving to a competitor. I have given 2 months’ notice, and my current employer asked me to take 3 weeks’ garden leave until the end of my notice period. However, today I received a letter from my current employer stating that I cannot work for a competitor for a period of 1 year, and they are also telling me not to contact any suppliers, clients, or colleagues. Is this correct and reasonable? I can`t be idle for a year. What can I do?

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