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UAE
Why is my verdict to pay a fine in a bounced cheque instead of paying the amount of the cheque?
Q: My criminal case (cheque case) verdict is: "The court ruled in his presence convicting the accused and punishing him with a fine of (five thousand dirhams - 5,000 dirhams) for the charge. Assigned to him and obliged him to pay the prescribed judicial fees" I`m just confused that if I`m guilty of the accusation, why the punishment is to pay a fine and not to pay the amount on the cheque?
Jan 20, 2025
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UAE
Is a landlord required to provide written notice for rent increases?
Q: Hello, Is a landlord required to provide written notice for rent increases? If so, how many days in advance must it be given in Dubai?
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Jan 20, 2025
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UAE
What to do if the landlord sent me a rent increase notice to an unregistered mail?
Q: Dear Lawyers, I filed an offer & deposit but due to the nonresponse of the landlord, the case was rejected as confirmed by RDC. 1. Offer & deposit filed at the beginning of Jan 2025, supported by the Dec 2024 RERA Rental Index, which indicated no rent increase for my lease expiring in Jan 2025. However, the landlord mentioned that the updated RERA Calculator for this year reflects a 5% rent increase. 2. The landlord claims to have sent a rental notice over 90 days prior, but the email was sent to an unregistered address. As per the tenancy contract, the email address they used is not the official one. RDC advised me to wait for the landlord to file a case against me, as I am not in urgent need of Ejari. However, I am concerned about potential legal repercussions for non-payment of rent & would like guidance on the following: • Do I have a compelling case based on the details above? • How & where can I deposit the cheques to avoid the landlord suing me for non-payment? Thank you in advance.Jan 20, 2025
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UAE
Can my husband stay in the same apartment during the iddah period while I file for divorce?
Q: Salam Alaykum, I want to inquire about filing for divorce. I know that I must apply for family guidance to start the process. However, while submitting such an application, can my husband live in the same apartment with me, or should he move out during the iddah period? He is an Emirati, and I am an expat; I do not have any other place to stay.
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Jan 20, 2025
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UAE
What are the costs for converting to Islam and getting married as UAE residents?
Q: Hi sir, I have a friend who wants to become Muslim, and we both want to marry each other. I want to know the cost for everything. We are both UAE residents. Thank you!+1
Jan 20, 2025
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UAE
The status of my case is "Governed." What does that mean?
Q: Hello, My hearing was conducted last week, and now the status of my case is "Governed." What does that mean?+4
Jan 20, 2025
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UAE
Can a landlord increase rent during the term of a rental agreement?
Q: Hello, Under UAE rental law, can a landlord increase rent during the term of a rental agreement?
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Jan 20, 2025
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UAE
What is the minimum notice a landlord must give to evict a tenant for personal use?
Q: Hello, What is the minimum notice period a landlord must give a tenant before evicting them for personal use of a property in Dubai?Jan 20, 2025
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UAE
How can a client add a force majeure clause to their rental contract despite the agent's refusal?
Q: Hello, A client is willing to rent a flat, but the real estate agent has refused to add a force majeure clause to the rental contract. What can the client do to include a force majeure clause in the rental agreement?
Jan 20, 2025
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UAE
What are the key differences between an LLC company and a Sole Proprietorship?
Q: Hello, What are the key differences between a Limited Liability Company (LLC) and a Sole Proprietorship in the UAE?Jan 20, 2025
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UAE
What are a tenant's rights if the landlord fails to carry out necessary maintenance?
Q: Hello, In the UAE, what are a tenant`s rights if the landlord fails to carry out necessary maintenance on the property?+1
Jan 20, 2025
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UAE
Can we file for divorce in Dubai Courts if we have marriage certificate from the consulate?
Q: A question related to divorce between a Pakistani and an Indian national. I`m a Pakistani national (Male, Christian) married to an Indian national (Hindu). The only legal document we have is from the Indian Consulate in Dubai which is a marriage certificate issued by them in 2022. We have not registered our marriage with local authorities in Dubai or the UAE. Through mutual decision, we`ve decided to part ways. Given the above information, we need assistance in navigating the above. The Indian embassy insists on going to Dubai courts, which to me doesn`t make sense since we haven`t registered our marriage with local authorities here. Any help and advice would be helpful!
Jan 20, 2025
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UAE
How much notice must a landlord give before increasing the rent?
Q: Hello, How much notice must a landlord give before increasing the rent?
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Jan 19, 2025
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UAE
What can you do if the employer did not renew your visa upon expiry to end your employment?
Q: My husband`s visa has expired, but his employer is telling him to leave work now after the expiry.Jan 17, 2025
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UAE
How can I object to a judgment issued in misdemeanour court to reduce the sentence?
Q: Once the judgment is issued in misdemeanor court, can we object to the judgment to reconsider the judgment and ask for one more hearing to change the judgment? For example, if 3 months imprisonment is given, can we ask for leniency and convert it into a fine? Or if the judgment is 3 months and a fine, can we ask to convert it into a fine due to family issues?+1
Jan 17, 2025
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UAE
I am convicted in Ajman in a wrongful case against me and appealed. Can I defend myself in court?
Q: I am convicted in Ajman. Now I have appealed. Last time, my lawyer did not talk in court at all. Most lawyers don`t know anything about cases so they cannot talk. This case is fake against me. Can I talk in court about the facts and evidence of the case myself? Can my lawyer tell the court that I want to talk about this case other than the defense paper? Will the judge accept and listen to me verbally also?
Jan 17, 2025
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