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In today's digital age, words can travel fast and cause lasting harm. The UAE has taken a firm stance against insult and slander, enacting strict laws to protect individuals and institutions alike. Whether the offense occurs face-to-face or online, understanding your legal rights is crucial. This post explores how UAE law defines and addresses these offenses, and what steps victims can take.

Can the authorities allow me to leave the UAE on my own after completing my imprisonment?

Q: Hello, Is there a way out or a possibility that the authorities don`t deport me and instead give me a time period to leave the UAE on my own after I have completed my imprisonment and paid the fine?

Is it possible to pay a fine instead of serving 1 month imprisonment and still face deportation?

Q: Hello, I got 1 month imprisonment, a 100 AED fine, and deportation. Is there a way out if I can pay instead of serving 1 month imprisonment and still get deported?

How can I go back to the Philippines if my visa expired and I’ve overstayed in the UAE?

Q: Hello, I`m from the Philippines. I work here as a maid. My employer didn`t process my visa. I overstayed here, and my visa expired on January 23, 2025. Today is May 6, 2025. I want to go home to the Philippines. What should I do?

Can a company terminate an employee for refusing to do work not in the contract?

Q: Hello, Is it allowed for a company to terminate an employee because the employee refused to do work not stated in the contract?

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Comparison Between the New Personal Status Law and the Previous Law

The United Arab Emirates has introduced a new Personal Status Law through Federal Decree-Law No. (41) of 2024, marking a significant shift in the country's legal framework governing family matters. This article provides a detailed comparison between the new law and its predecessor, Federal Law No. (28) of 2005. By analyzing key amendments and expanded provisions, it aims to highlight the legal, social, and practical implications of the changes.

Can I be convicted of driving under the influence even if the alcohol test came back negative?

Q: Hello, I was driving my car when the police stopped me at one point on the road and told me that I was driving under the influence of alcohol. I tried hard to deny that because I had not actually consumed any alcoholic beverages that day or in the previous three days. However, a report was filed and a case was opened, but the alcohol test report came back negative. Will I be convicted despite that? Please answer me. It is urgent.

Can we legally claim unpaid dues for food supplies based on emails and invoices?

Q: Hello, We have an agreement with a company to supply food for their buffet on a daily basis, with invoices to be issued monthly and payment to be made every three months. The relationship actually lasted for nine months, and payment was made for two periods. In the third period, due to disagreements between our company and the company to which the supply was made, they refused to pay, noting that the outstanding amount so far is fifty-four thousand dirhams. Can we claim the amount, noting that the agreement is not written, but there are emails exchanged between us and invoices?

Does my employer have the right to send me back to my home country after I resign?

Q: Hello, I`m currently on a probation period. However, since the environment is toxic, I have decided to resign. I also agreed to pay for the visa costs incurred. I was hired here in the UAE and not from the Philippines. However, my employer told me that he will send me back to the Philippines. Does he have the right to do that?

How can I claim my gratuity for almost 7 and a half years in the government sector?

Q: Hello, How can I claim my gratuity for almost 7 and a half years in the government sector? They said they will only give me 2 months` salary and a one-way ticket.

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Can I submit my outpass and travel tickets in advance to speed up deportation?

Q: Hello Sir, In one of your comments/answers to a query, you mentioned that if the individual does not have a valid passport, the process may take longer to obtain a travel document from their embassy. Is it possible, before getting arrested, that I hand over the outpass and travel tickets to the police so it might be easier for them to deport me?

What can I do if the landlord has not been responding to renew the commercial lease contract and Ejari?

Q: Good day. For the last 3 years, the landlord`s office has not responded to renew the contract, so I contacted RERA for renewal. The office doesn`t respond to emails related to renewal, even though I started sending emails and reminders 2 to 3 months before expiry, and I have no choice but to contact RERA and send a notice. Once the renewal was processed by law, the landlord`s office delayed in releasing the Ejari. Since it is a commercial property, my renewals are related to a staff visa, and I have to pay delay penalties. The landlord`s office staff tried to take advantage of the Emirati owner, and no direct meeting was fruitful. What is the law that safeguards expats and sorts out issues without mutual compromise as they try to force their terms to be acceptable by law and not supported by any documentation?

Is it still applicable to file a complaint with the police for a bounced cheque?

Q: Is it still applicable to file a complaint with the police for a bounced cheque?

A hair salon caused serious damage to my hair and scalp. What can I do to sue them?

Q: I’m looking for legal advice regarding a hair salon incident that caused serious damage to my hair and scalp. I visited a salon for a colouring treatment, during which two rounds of bleach, which is not what I booked in for, were given to me without proper approvals, and were applied back-to-back without a strand test or proper consultation. As a result, I’ve been experiencing extreme hair breakage, daily hair loss, and ongoing scalp irritation. This has been especially distressing as I’m currently pregnant. It’s now been over 20 days since the incident, and despite multiple polite follow-ups, the salon has ignored all communication. I’m now exploring legal action to pursue compensation for the physical and emotional distress caused. I have full documentation, messages, and photos. Any guidance on the best next steps or legal routes I can take would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

How can we find out why the Abu Dhabi court is deducting my husband’s salary?

Q: Hello, My husband`s salary is automatically debited by the Abu Dhabi court as per the bank statements. However, we do not know exactly what case has been filed against him, and we also do not know the total amount we need to pay; they are just debiting it. Could someone please advise us on what we should do?

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