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I paid for complimentary gifts I was offered with an Umrah package but denied later. What can I do?
Q: I seek your legal advice regarding a dispute with a company over deceptive practices and breaches of commitments. I was invited to collect complimentary gifts (movie voucher, hotel stay, dhow cruise, smartwatch) after attending a 30-minute session. During the session, Mr. [---] offered an Umrah package, including visas, 4-star stays with breakfast, and transfers for my family, plus 3-star stays for five relatives. Under pressure, I paid AED 9,000. However, the written agreement differed from the oral promises. When questioned, Mr. [----] assured me of an email reflecting the verbal commitments, but it matched the written terms. Upon follow-up, Mr. [----] denied the commitments, and the manager dismissed the issue. I reluctantly proceeded with the services but was later informed only a 6-night facility could be availed annually. I feel misled and overcharged for services not delivered as promised. Could you guide me on legal action to seek a refund or compensation?
Dec 25, 2024
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I invested money in a business but my partner is removing me out from partnership. Can I pursue legal action?
Q: Hi I`m an Irish citizen and a resident of the United Kingdom. I got investment fraud in Dubai. I invested money into a business with a Pakistani national guy in March 2024 via bank transfer into his business account. Now he`s giving back the money which I invested in business after 9 months. He`s preparing a letter from a local lawyer to kick me out of the business. I do not have any other option than to take out at least my money. But it`s unfair to me that he used my money in business and took all the advantage. Some people say to me that if you claim money or take legal action against him, it will take too much time and I need to travel to Dubai to appear in court because it is a civil matter. But I`m not a resident. How can I follow the civil case there? That`s why my partner knows that I can not do anything and this case keeps running long time and in the end nothing happens. But I`m thinking that I will submit a complaint through my embassy and I also have a solicitor in the United Kingdom.
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Dec 24, 2024
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UAE
Does hiring an Emirati with a pending pension approval count towards the Emiratisation percentage?
Q: Hello, We just hired an Emirati, and she has a 2-year work permit. However, we are still processing her pension as it is under approval. Will this be counted in the Emiratisation percentage? Thank you!
Dec 24, 2024
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UAE
How is an Emirati employee's pension calculated?
Q: Hi, May I know how the pension of an Emirati employee is calculated if her total salary is 4,200 AED? Thank you!Dec 24, 2024
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UAE
Do we need to deduct the pension contributions from the Emirati employee salary?
Q: Do we need to deduct the pension from an Emirati employee salary who is earning a gross salary of AED 4200, basic is AED 2520, and other allowances of AED 1680? Where should we register the pension? What is the law for this? Thank you!Dec 24, 2024
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UAE
Can a shop owner issue a 12-month notice to a tenant before selling the property?
Q: Dear Lawyers, A real estate shop owner would like to sell their shop, which is currently rented. Can the owner serve the tenant a 12-month legal notice for the purpose of sale?
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Dec 24, 2024
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UAE
Can I stay in the UAE for treatment if I found I am HIV positive?
Q: I have been in the UAE for 5 years and now I`m HIV positive. My employer is likely to help with everything. Can I stay in the UAE for work and treatment?Dec 24, 2024
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Can I claim my gratuity despite an absconding case after completing a 23-month contract?
Q: Dear sir, I am working in Dubai. I have been on a 23-month contract, which was for 2 years. After that, I took 25 days off without informing the company, which led to an absconding case. Can I still receive my gratuity from the company?+2
Dec 24, 2024
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UAE
How to take a legal action after being scammed by an individual and a corrupt lawyer?
Q: Hello, We have been scammed by an individual who did not provide the stated service. They took a lot of money and important documents. I have audio recordings of him talking about these things. We had a bad lawyer in Iraq who stole property by forging documents. This man said he had many connections to help us. While it was true that he had connections, he didn’t actually help us. Instead, he cooperated with the bad lawyer, agreed with him, and gave the bad lawyer all our important documents.
Dec 24, 2024
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UAE
Will traveling with a partner visa during a company inspection cause any issues?
Q: Dear Lawyers, I have an inspection at my company, and I have a partner visa. I am traveling; will there be any issues?
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Dec 24, 2024
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UAE
When is the real estate owner responsible for maintenance in a retail shop?
Q: Dear Lawyers, This question pertains to maintenance work in a retail commercial shop. Typically, in such shops, all maintenance is paid for by the business manager. Additionally, our specific contract states that "all maintenance work in the retail shop is the responsibility of the tenant." In what cases does the real estate owner get involved? The business manager experiences recurring maintenance issues every six months.Dec 24, 2024
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UAE
Can I provide services in all emirates with my document clearance company or I need different approvals?
Q: Can my document clearance company assist clients with government-related procedures across different emirates, or do I need separate approvals for each emirate?Dec 23, 2024
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Will filing a cheating case against a friend affect my UAE resident visa processing?
Q: Dear Lawyers, I recently got a job, and my company is currently processing my UAE resident visa. Will there be any problem in the visa processing if I file a case at this stage against my friend for cheating?
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Dec 23, 2024
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UAE
What is the process and timeline for obtaining a trade license for a document clearance company?
Q: Dear Lawyers, What is the process and timeline for obtaining a trade license for a document clearance company? Are there specific approvals required from authorities such as the DED or free zone authorities?Dec 23, 2024
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Can a foreigner fully own a document clearance company in the UAE?
Q: Dear Lawyers, Can a foreigner fully own a document clearance company in the UAE? If so, what conditions must be met to avoid requiring a local sponsor?Dec 23, 2024
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