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UAE
How can I release funds from my accounts after being frozen for a year by the Central Bank?
Q: Hello, It`s been more than one year since all three bank accounts in Dubai were frozen suddenly without any notice. When I started to inquire regarding it I got the answer that my bank accounts are frozen by the Central Bank of the UAE. Although accounts are debit-frozen only. I had some heavy transactions in one of my accounts and there is a huge amount stuck in my bank accounts. I am willing to hire a lawyer or consultant who can assist me in releasing the funds from my accounts. I am currently out of the country but I still hold UAE residency. Please let me know if anyone can help me with this. Questions & Answers
UAE
The court of first instance granted me full custody of my child. Can I keep his passport?
Q: If the court of first instance has granted me full custody of my child, do I get to keep the passport of my son or does my son`s father keep it? Questions & Answers
UAE
Can a bank freeze an account without any notice or communication?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Can the bank freeze/restrict my account without any notice or communication? Even when I reached out for the reason, they didn’t respond. P.S. I don`t have a loan, I don`t have credit cards, I haven`t changed jobs, and I`ve had the account since 2021 with almost identical transactions for the past three years. Questions & Answers
UAE
Is there any way my abscond can be removed and visa fines reduced?
Q: Hi, I have Abu Dhabi Visit Visa fines along with an Etihad Airways abscond case. The fine has become so big that I can`t afford to pay. Is there any way my abscond can be removed and visa fines reduced? Kindly advise! Questions & Answers
UAE
My salary account is frozen despite paying court dues. What should I do?
Q: Hi, My salary account is frozen, but I`ve already paid all my pending money to the court. However, my account is still frozen. What should I do? I have applied for an NOC. Questions & Answers
UAE
Bought car at Emirates auction, papers uncleared, can't use. How refund money?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I bought a car in an Emirates auction 3 months ago. The car papers were not passed/cleared when the car was delivered to me, so I cannot drive the car. I am unable to resell the car. The Emirates Auction office is not providing a meeting. I am unable to export the car and I can`t do anything. What is the procedure to raise a petition for the refund of the money?
Apr 2, 2024
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UAE
Can the payment terms be changed from monthly to one upfront cheque?
Q: Hi there, My lease is up for renewal and I have agreed to the 10% increase, however, my landlord now wants to change payment terms from monthly payments which I have been doing for the past 3 years, into 1 cheque upfront which I can not afford or able to do. Does the landlord have a right to do this or can I refuse the terms but accept the increase of 10%? Your assistance is greatly appreciated.
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Apr 2, 2024
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UAE
About to remarry without informing first wife. Any problems?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I am about to get married for the second time, but it is my first marriage in Dubai. I have not informed my first wife about it, nor have I disclosed it to the marriage official regarding my first wife or child in India. Is there an issue?Apr 2, 2024
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UAE
After the Dubai labor court verdict, how long one must wait to get money from the company?
Q: After the Dubai labor court verdict how long one must wait to get money from the company? I have not heard anything after the verdict from my lawyer neither the company nor the government. Should I keep quiet on the assurance from the lawyer with only two words? Nothing yet. How long does an employer hold the payment from the Dubai Courts? Is there any time limit? If not, the court and I are both waiting for my employer`s action. Questions & Answers
UAE
Can you go to Dubai Courts and check a civil case with an arrest warrant for unpaid loan?
Q: Hi, My husband lost his job 6 years back and he has not been able to find a job. He got a loan from a bank and they filed a civil case. We also came to know he has a standing warrant of arrest. I want to know what I can do for him. Should my husband go to Dubai Courts and check what he can do to settle the case or they will arrest him immediately? Should I go on his behalf and check what steps we can take to settle this case? Thank you in advance for your legal advice.
Apr 2, 2024
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UAE
Do I need to pay anything if my employeer terminates me?
Q: Do I need to pay anything if my employeer terminates me? Do they have the right to suspend my salary and passport? Questions & Answers
UAE
New developer wants to change payment terms. How to me to protect my rights?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I bought a residential property for AED 7 million in Dubai from a developer in 2013 and registered the property in the same year. The project has been delayed and is still not complete. The original developer sold/transferred the project to another developer in 2022. The project is now 60% complete as per the latest RERA inspection report. The original payment terms in the Sales Purchase Agreement were a final balance payment of 40% to be payable on the handover of the property. However, now the new developer has drafted a new Sales Purchase Agreement where he is demanding 90% to be paid in stages while construction is in progress, and only a balance of 10% to be payable on the handover of the property. The RERA website states project completion by Dec 2025. Please advise if the new developer has the legal right to change these payment terms. What options are available to me to protect my investment and my rights?
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Apr 2, 2024
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UAE
If I sign a termination letter during probation, would I face a ban?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I`m still working with a company under probation, but they called me and insisted that I sign a termination letter. They also instructed me not to come to work tomorrow and sent a cancellation letter mentioning disciplinary action. I refuse to sign any warning letter or related documents. I`m concerned that signing the cancellation letter now might result in a ban. Additionally, I`m unsure if I`ll be able to find another job at any company. Questions & Answers
UAE
What can we do with a company if they refuse to pay us after providing our services?
Q: Hello, We rendered a service to another company. Based on the contract, they have to pay us 30 days after the service is completed. It has been now 64 days since we rendered the service. They still haven`t paid us and have stopped answering. Is there anything we can do? They are still fully operational in the UAE.Apr 1, 2024
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UAE
Requesting visa cancellation before the 30-day notice period ends
Q: Dear Concern, I would like to ask a question regarding my notice period. I submitted my resignation on the 7th of March, and I intend to cancel my visa on the 5th of April. Am I allowed to request the cancellation of my visa even though it is not a 30-day notice period? Questions & Answers
UAE
I lost a case because of my lawyer's negligence. How can I sue them?
Q: Hi all, I lost a case because of my lawyer`s negligence. I have email evidence. How can I sue them? How do I raise a complaint against them? Will I need a lawyer to put a legal case against them or can I do it myself? I lost money on this case, and every lawyer I speak to never gives a clear answer on the fees. They just say, "Start and we`ll see." I can`t do that. Thanks!Apr 1, 2024
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