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How can I evict a tenant who is unwilling to leave after the 12-month notice?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My tenant is not ready to move out on the last day of the 12-month notarized eviction notice. I need the place for myself to move in as my lease ends next week. What should I do? Questions & Answers
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Terminated during probation for raising concerns about manager: What now?
Q: Good morning, I was terminated during my probationary period this week. I understand there is no right of appeal during this period. However, the HR contact has told me to seek legal advice as they believe I may have a case. I submitted a confidential submission to HR raising concerns in good faith about my manager, disclosing a number of very serious issues, and was told that my identity would be protected and I would not be treated differently or victimized in any way. My identity was leaked to management, and I was removed from all accounts, moved desks, told not to meet with any colleagues, and then terminated as a result. I suppose my question is, is there a case? I should add that it is a government-owned airline, so any route would be the ruler court. Questions & Answers
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What documents are required to proceed with a second marriage?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I would like to inquire about a second marriage for a Muslim man in Dubai. What documents are required to proceed without a divorce? Questions & Answers
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Will RDC accept a non-notarised eviction notice sent by registered post?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Eviction notice to the tenant due to sale: According to Article 25 (2) of Law No. (33) of 2008 Amending Law No. (26) of 2007 Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai: "For the purposes of paragraph (2) of this Article, the Landlord must notify the Tenant of the eviction reasons twelve (12) months prior to the date set for eviction, provided that this notice is given through a Notary Public or registered post". The Law is clear that the notice can be sent by "registered post" as an alternative to being sent through Notary Public. I called DLD, they said the Notice must be sent by registered post after it is notarised. In case of a dispute, will RDC accept a non-notarised notice sent by registered post? Questions & Answers
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I have a personal loan. When is a travel ban supposed to be issued?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I have a personal loan, and I received an offer in another non-GCC country. I approached the bank, and the representative informed me that I can make payments from outside, and the bank will initiate legal action only if two consecutive months are unpaid. However, I want to know if the bank will issue a ban immediately after receiving the final settlement, or if they can only file a case if the security cheque bounces for two consecutive months. Questions & Answers
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I was terminated. Will I get termination pay along with gratuity?
Q: Dear Sir/Mada, I work in a Free Zone as a Service Manager of a Facility Management company. I began working on December 1, 2008. On November 6, 2023, I received a termination letter from management citing restructuring, and they provided me with a one-month notice. As this is a termination, will I receive a termination payment in addition to gratuity? Regards, Questions & Answers
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I bought an infant push car that broke in 2 weeks. Am I eligible for a refund?
Q: Good morning, I bought a push car for my infant, and it broke after 2 weeks of use. It was an expensive item from a reputable online store. Repair is not possible due to torn wires inside the mechanism. I requested a replacement or refund, but the shop cited "wear and tear due to usage," claiming no spare parts were available and denied my request. I replied saying this is a very low-quality product if it breaks after 2 weeks of normal usage. I want to stress the fact that it is a baby product. It should be of the highest quality and safety. Am I eligible for a refund? Is there any law to protect me as a customer? Thank you! Legal blog
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Drug Crimes Under UAE Criminal Law
A legal concept upheld by the Federal Supreme Court states that drug use is not prosecuted by UAE courts if the offense occurred abroad. A positive drug test is accepted as proof of drug use, but it does not reveal whether the drug use occurred domestically or abroad. It is necessary to establish the crime's location in order to decide if the UAE courts have the authority to investigate it or if foreign courts should have jurisdiction over it. Questions & Answers
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I was terminated during my probation without notice. What should I do?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I worked under a probationary period in DMCC, which is a free zone, and I was terminated without any prior or written notice. I need advice. Thank you! Questions & Answers
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Sending a legal notice without the person's Emirates ID or passport copy
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, Is it possible to send a legal notice to someone even though I don`t have a copy of his Emirates ID or passport, but I only know his full name and office address? Questions & Answers
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Falsely arrested, bail rejected. How to expedite release?
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, My cousin was falsely arrested a week ago on charges of possessing drugs for distribution. A medical exam was conducted, but we have not received any results yet. The lawyer mentions that it is still pending, even though it has been 8 days. The lawyer requested bail, but it was rejected, and now his detention has been extended for another 2 weeks. Is it possible for the results to take this long? What would be the best way to expedite the process and secure his release? He is currently detained at Al Muraqqabat police station in Dubai. Questions & Answers
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Recovering a deposit from an online car rental when they are unresponsive
Q: Dear Sir/Madam, I rented a car online for 3 months, and I paid the security deposit. After the 3 months, the car was collected without any issues. However, I have been unsuccessful in obtaining my deposit since then. The address on the delivery papers is incorrect, and they are not answering calls. What should I do? Questions & Answers
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What does a "petition for review" mean and how is it different from appeal?
Q: I won a labor case against my employer and I received a notification that my employer filed a "petition for review" and that there is a scheduled hearing next week. What is a petition for review and how is it different from an appeal? What is the procedure for this and will it take a long time? Is there a chance that I will lose? Questions & Answers
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Can the employers file absconding without signing any contract?
Q: Can the employers file absconding without signing any contract? For now, I’m using a visit visa. Questions & Answers
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How can I get a police clearance certificate from Dubai if I left with unsettled bank debts?
Q: I need help in getting a police clearance from Dubai. I left the UAE in 2018 and left my bank debts unsettled. Can someone please help me understand how I can negotiate my situation in the most reasonable way? Thank you Questions & Answers
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