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My buyer from Saudi Arabia issued cheques from KSA bank to the UAE and they bounced. Where to sue him?

Q: My buyer, a Saudi Arabian (KSA) entity, issued cheques from their KSA bank in favor of my company, which is a Dubai, UAE mainland establishment. I deposited these cheques into my UAE bank, but they were returned due to insufficient funds. Under which jurisdiction should I file a legal case?

My brother in law is in jail for buying alcohol without a license. How can we prevent his deportation?

Q: My brother has been in Warsan jail since Monday for buying alcohol without a license and the police say he is selling it. They took his car, and now they are requesting an air ticket and passport for deportation. Kindly help us to lift the deportation, he has a family and work here. It`s difficult for us to accept the deportation. Please help Us.

Can I transfer my sponsorship if my work visa can't be canceled due to a labor complaint?

Q: Hello, If my work visa cannot be canceled due to an unresolved labor complaint against my employer for unjustified deductions and unpaid commissions, is there a way around it? For example, can I transfer sponsorship? How does this process work?

Can a law firm sue me for unpaid fees if they have not represented me yet?

Q: Hello Everyone, Can a legal firm sue for not being able to pay legal fees? They haven`t represented me yet. Only a POA was issued, and a letter of engagement was signed. Now they want me to pay the fees, but they will not represent me. How do I defend myself in this situation?

How can I request the court to cancel my current work visa so I can obtain a new one?

Q: Hello, When I file my labor court case, what is the process for asking the court to cancel my current work visa so I can obtain a new one?

How can I obtain the new Ejari as proof if the owner re-rents the property?

Q: Good afternoon, Ramadan Kareem! The owner of the property I’m renting has sent me an eviction notice so he can sell the property. According to the notice, I am required to leave. My questions are: 1. If the owner rents the property again, how can I obtain the new Ejari as proof that the property has been rented? 2. Do I have the right to ask for compensation? On what basis is compensation determined? 3. I currently have a signed tenancy contract with the owner. Do I need an Ejari to raise a case? Thank you! Wish you a great day ahead.

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I am a pregnant teacher and need to travel back home before the end of my contract. How can I do this?

Q: I am a married pregnant teacher, with a renewed contract starting next August 2025 and running until August 2026. The school suddenly stated I was not meeting their standard of lesson delivery - and I recognize it - so they said they would review my renewed contract. After stating my case to my principal and my concerns as a mom-to-be, they asked me whether I wanted to stay or not next year to see what they could offer me. The truth is I do not want to stay, as it will be an inspection year, I will be absent for 3 to 4 months to have the baby and I do not want the pressure of when I go back. However, the implication is that I would have to fly home to South America by the end of my current contract (August 2025) which will be impossible on my 37-38 pregnancy week. It seems I have to break my current contract to fly home earlier but I am afraid this will leave them free of the responsibility of giving me partial maternity benefits. I am not sure what to do.

Can I amend my claim amount after filing a labor case?

Q: Hello, What is the process for filing a labor case? Is there a fee to file? If, after filing, the claim amount changes because I haven`t been paid additional dues, how is that amended?

Can I renew my tenancy contract for three months only without any rent increase or penalties?

Q: Hi, I am a tenant living in the same apartment for the last 5 years. My tenancy contract is expiring in the month of May 2025. I want to renew my contract this time but only for 3 months until August. I communicated the same to my owner through the real estate who is handling the property. Initially, they said that it would be possible but the current market rent would apply. When I checked, I found they could not increase my rent as per the rental index and I told them this. After that, they said that they would not renew the contract for 3 months. If I want, I can renew for the entire year and then vacate when I want by paying the penalty of 2 months. In this scenario, I want to know if it is legally correct on their part to refuse to renew my contract for 3 months. Can you please guide me?

What can I do if I have a criminal case and travel ban against me for a traffic violation?

Q: While driving I swerved at the vehicle next to me as I was distracted by looking at Google Maps and the other driver asked me to stop by the curb. Our routes were different and the other guy took a right turn from the roundabout and I went straight. This other driver filed a police complaint and now I have a criminal case against me with a travel ban. What can be done in this situation?

Will a "not registered" labor complaint stop me from getting a new work visa?

Q: Hello, My labor complaint was transferred to the court, but I didn’t file it in time, and the status is “not registered”. Will this prevent me from obtaining a new work visa with a new employer?

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Can I transfer money from my country to my bank account if RDC decided to sieze it in an enforcement case?

Q: Hi, I have a question regarding an enforcement case at RDC. I transferred money from my home country to my local bank to be able to pay for the amount that was due on me in the enforcement RDC case. This amount will arrive tomorrow. In the meantime, yesterday was decided by RDC to start an inquiry about my bank balance and to seize it if there is a balance. My question is: How much time is there between this decision to seize my bank balance and this taking effect? Is it taking a few days? I’m asking as the money I need for the payment of my dues is on the way to my local UAE account. Please advise what is the time between the court decision as above and my bank account effectively being seized. Is this a process of days? Thank you

How can I get a clearance certificate for a semi-government company after a DUI fine?

Q: Hi, My brother was caught driving under the influence of drugs and was fined 9,000 AED. The court decided that he could pay it in four monthly installments. My question is, can my brother get a clearance certificate for a semi-government company since he was working there? What is the process to obtain a clearance certificate for the company?

Can a developer demand extra payment for a 30% size increase after handover?

Q: Hello, I purchased a one-bedroom off-plan unit in Dubai from a well-known developer under an SPA specifying an area of 801 sq. ft. I completed all payments as per the developer’s payment plan, and the unit was handed over to me without a Title Deed. After taking possession, furnishing the unit, signing a tenancy contract, and making repeated follow-ups to obtain my Title Deed, the developer informed me, 45 days after handover, that the actual area was 1,041.41 sq. ft., a 30% increase from the original SPA terms. To receive my Title Deed, they are now demanding payment for the increased size. Key issues: - Failure to notify me before handover about the 30% increase in area. - The SPA allows for price adjustments for area variations but specifies that such adjustments must be reflected in the final installment, which I had already fully paid before handover. - The developer has now filed a legal case through Dubai Courts, demanding payment. I require legal advice based on RERA/DLD laws and the SPA.

Appeal court set a judgment date. Will the judge finally review my defense or repeat the first ruling?

Q: Hello, There was a criminal order against my wife and me in Ajman for two years, along with a hefty fine and deportation. We appealed, and today was the hearing for the appeal. The judge did not listen to us verbally; he simply stated that we had submitted our defense paper. We confirmed this, but I told him that the previous judge had not read our defense paper and requested that he read it this time. He scheduled a ruling date for next month. What should I expect in the appeal court? Will the judge review my defense paper or ignore it like the first-instance court and issue a similar judgment? If the appeal court reviews our defense paper, we should receive full acquittal. I would appreciate detailed replies on all possible outcomes, what the judges might do, and what to expect next.

Can we submit a mercy petition in the Union Supreme Court?

Q: Can we submit a mercy petition to the Union Supreme Court? And where else can we give a plea request for the removal of deportation? It`s a judicial deportation and the person is out of the country.

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