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Do I have to pay a penalty if terminated after completing my contract period?
Q: Sir, As per my contract period, they mentioned that if I leave the company before 1 year, I have to pay 5000 dirhams. But I have already completed more than 1 year and 3 months. The company has given me a warning letter saying my work performance is low, and if I continue like this, they will terminate me. They didn`t mention any charges, but they mentioned in the letter a top penalty procedure. So I need to know whether I have to pay them any charges or not.
May 9, 2025
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UAE
Can I take my company to court for not paying my basic salary after my visa cancellation?
Q: Hello, It`s coming to one month after cancellation. Can I report my company to court for not paying me my basic salary during my term of work?May 9, 2025
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UAE
I have a labor absconding case from my company. How can I cancel my visa from India?
Q: Assalamualaikum, I have an absconding case in labor from my company. How can I cancel my visa? I am in India now.May 8, 2025
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UAE
Who currently holds educational guardianship: the mother or the father?
Q: Hello, Does the mother have educational guardianship now, or does the father? Does the child have the right to choose which parent to live with? At what age does the new law stipulate this? Please advise. Thank you very much!
May 8, 2025
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Legal blog
UAE
Legal Notices in Dubai Rental Law
Legal notices are a key requirement under Dubai’s Tenancy Law to regulate landlord-tenant relationships and ensure fair warning before termination or legal action. These notices, whether judicial or ordinary, serve to inform the other party of breaches, non-renewal, or eviction. Dubai’s tenancy regulations clearly outline when notice is required, the proper form and method, and the consequences of failing to comply, all supported by legal provisions and judicial precedents. Questions & Answers
UAE
Is it illegal to refuse to share my new job and visa details with my previous employer?
Q: Hi sirs, I recently changed my job and work visa. My previous employer is asking for my new company`s visa and status change, but I don`t want to share my personal information. Is it illegal here?May 8, 2025
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UAE
What is the Stop/Suspend EXT transaction in the Labour Court?
Q: Hello, What is the Stop/Suspend EXT transaction in the Labour Court?
May 8, 2025
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Legal blog
UAE
The Crime of Slander and Defamation and Its Punishment in the UAE
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. Questions & Answers
UAE
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?
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May 7, 2025
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UAE
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?
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May 7, 2025
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UAE
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?
May 7, 2025
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UAE
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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May 7, 2025
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Legal blog
UAE
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. Questions & Answers
UAE
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.+5
May 7, 2025
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UAE
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?+3
May 7, 2025
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UAE
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?May 7, 2025
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