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Mortgage

Also referred to as a mortgage loan, is used by purchasers of real property to raise capital for the purchase, or by existing owners to raise funds for any purpose while putting a lien on the property being mortgaged. The loan is secured on the borrower’s property, putting in place a legal mechanism which will enable the lender to take possession and sell the secured property to pay off the loan in the event that the borrower defaults on the loan or otherwise fails to abide by its terms.

Copyright

A legal device that gives the creator of literary, artistic, musical or other creative work the sole right to publish and sell that work. Copyright owners have the right to control the reproduction of their work, including the right to receive payment for that reproduction. An author may grant or sell those rights to others, including publishers and recording companies. Violation of copyright is called infringement. The typical duration of copyright is the author’s life plus fifty years.

Power of attorney (PoA)

A written authorisation to represent or act on another’s behalf (the principal) in private affairs, business or some other legal matter, sometimes against the wishes of the principal. It is generally terminated when the principal dies or becomes incompetent, but the principal can revoke it at any time. See also: Online POA and Other Notary Public Services in the UAE

How to check the status of a UAE prosecution case from abroad?

Q: Hello, I am currently in Fiji, and my husband is detained in the UAE. I have received prosecution/case documents from a lawyer, but I do not fully understand the current stage of the case or how to properly follow it up. The documents mention: Dubai prosecution case: ***/2026 Case type: 503 Federal reference: **/*****/2026 I would like legal advice regarding: the current status/stage of the case, whether the matter has moved to Federal Capital Prosecution or court, how I can officially track the case from overseas, and whether legal aid or representation can assist my husband. I can provide the documents and details if required. Thank you.

Can majority partners remove a partner in a UAE free zone company?

Q: We are 3 partners for a Free Zone registered firm in the UAE, and one of the partners is involved with another Company (our competitor) as a partner or in some other capacity, which is unknown. He has been working for that company and demanding monthly remuneration from our company, and he is also demanding an amount for his exit. Can we both partners exercise our majority and remove him from the Partnership?

Bounced Cheque in UAE: Legal Action and Steps to Protect Your Rights

A cheque is a written instruction issued by an account holder directing a bank to pay a specified amount to a named person or bearer, while a bounced cheque arises when the bank refuses to honour that payment upon presentation. In the UAE’s business environment, cheques remain a widely used and legally significant payment instrument, making any dishonour a matter of immediate legal and financial consequence.

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How to Recover Money Given to Someone: A Practical Legal Guide

Recovering money given to another person—whether as a loan, investment, or under a personal arrangement—is a situation many individuals and businesses encounter. While it can feel straightforward at the outset, disputes often arise when repayment is delayed or refused. Understanding the legal framework and taking the right steps early can significantly improve your chances of recovery.

Legal Liability in the Event of Digital Harm or Cyber Fraud

Imagine a scenario where an individual publishes inaccurate information online, which is then reshared by others without verification, and after a few days, it becomes clear that this content has caused real harm to a person or a company. The question that arises here is: who bears the legal responsibility?

Form F / Contract F in Dubai: Legal Guide for Buyers and Sellers

Learn what Form F means in Dubai real estate, what it includes, how the deposit works, when it can be cancelled, and how buyers and sellers can protect their position before signing or disputing a property sale agreement.

Dubai Court approved my payment. Why is the disbursement delayed?

Q: I submitted a disbursement request to Dubai Court on 8 January 2026 to release my money. Dubai Court approved the request on 16 January 2026, and now it is 15 April, but I still have not received the money. When I visited Dubai Court, they told me it would take time, but I don`t know how long. What should I do to get my money?

Managerial Authority in UAE LLCs: Power, Governance & Legal Risk

Under Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 on Commercial Companies, as amended from time to time (“Companies Law”), the Manager of a Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) occupies a uniquely powerful yet carefully regulated position at the intersection of ownership and execution.

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Dubai Form F Delays: Seller Liability for Deposit Refund and Compensation

In Dubai’s secondary real estate market, the Form F sale contract is the principal contractual instrument governing the relationship between seller and buyer. It regulates, among other things, the agreed transfer date, the parties’ completion obligations, the treatment of the deposit, and the contractual consequences of non-completion.

Corporate Health Check and Compliance Audit in the UAE

In today’s dynamic regulatory environment, businesses in the UAE must remain vigilant to ensure compliance with evolving laws and governance standards. For companies operating across mainland, free zones, and offshore jurisdictions, proactive compliance management is critical to sustaining long-term growth and operational efficiency.

حقوق المرأة المطلقة في السفر بالمحضون

تُعد مسألة سفر المرأة المطلقة بالمحضون من المسائل القانونية الدقيقة التي تثير توازنًا بالغ الحساسية بين عدة حقوق متعارضة ظاهريًا، إذ تتقاطع فيها مصلحة الطفل الفضلى، وحق الأم الحاضنة في ممارسة دورها الطبيعي في الرعاية والتربية، وحق الأب بصفته وليًا في الإشراف والمتابعة والحفاظ على صلته بالمحضون، وقد أولى المشرّع الإماراتي هذه المسألة عناية خاصة ضمن أحكام قانون الأحوال الشخصية الإماراتي، كما ساهم القضاء في ترسيخ مبادئ واضحة تضبط هذا التوازن، وتمنع التعسف من أي طرف على حساب مصلحة الطفل.

أضرار المركبات بسبب أمطار مارس 2026 في دولة الإمارات

أعادت أمطار مارس 2026 في دولة الإمارات طرح سؤال قانوني مهم: متى تلتزم شركة التأمين بتعويض الأضرار التي تلحق بالمركبات بسبب الأمطار وسوء الأحوال الجوية؟ الإجابة الدقيقة لا تُبنى على الانطباع العام، وإنما على النصوص النافذة المنظمة لتأمين المركبات، وفي مقدمتها قرار مجلس إدارة هيئة التأمين رقم (25) لسنة 2016 بإصدار نظام توحيد وثائق التأمين على المركبات، المعدل بقرار رقم (42) لسنة 2017 وقرار رقم (26) لسنة 2020، بالنسخة الموحدة النافذة اعتبارًا من 18/01/2021.

جريمتي النصب والاحتيال في القانون الإماراتي

تُعد جريمتي النصب والاحتيال من الجرائم التي تمثل اعتداءً مباشرًا على الذمة المالية للأفراد وعلى الثقة العامة في المعاملات، وهي من الجرائم التي تطورت بشكل ملحوظ مع تطور المجتمعات والوسائل التقنية، بحيث لم تعد تقتصر على الأساليب التقليدية القائمة على الخداع المباشر، وإنما امتدت إلى صور معقدة تستخدم فيها وسائل تكنولوجية حديثة.

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