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Q: Dear Lawyers, We bought a new car at a dealership but changed our minds for various reasons. When we purchased it, we signed a 14-day right to withdraw, which we now want to exercise. The dealer claims that we have to reimburse them for the loss of value since they have to buy it back from us (we`ve had it for a week and driven approximately 20 km, basically just back from the dealer). We see this as canceling our contract, not a buy-back situation. Are we in the right, and what should we do?

Can I collect rent from a subtenant while evicting my non-paying tenant?

Q: Dear Lawyers, My non-paying tenant, whom I have served notice to, is openly subletting my flat without any fear of the law. I received a call from the subtenant that my tenant has temporarily disconnected his DEWA and is threatening him to move out, while the subtenant is willing to pay me cash and wants to stay there. My questions are: - Is it possible to benefit from the sublet rent while the eviction case is being filed? - Should I get an RDC inspection done first to prove subletting by my tenant, and then accept money from the subtenant without any agreement for the period until my case is resolved? The people involved are a complete mafia who know the laws very well and will not pay a dime despite a travel ban, etc. - How can I ask the current subtenant to stay so that these individuals don’t sublet it again, especially with the high season approaching? - Also, can a criminal complaint be filed?

Switching the eviction reason to selling while intending to raise the rent. Can I renew at my current rate?

Q: Dear Lawyers, I have received an eviction notice from my landlord to vacate the property for his personal use. Then, in August 2024, he communicated with me via WhatsApp and email that he wants to sell the property. I met with him to find a solution, and he said that if I raise the rent, he will let me stay and renew. However, the price he is asking for is not justified, and according to the RERA index, no rent increase should be applied. To resolve this issue, I offered a 10% increase, but he refused. Am I eligible for renewal at the same rate I am currently paying?

Can an innocent person's name be dropped during the investigation before court referral?

Q: Hello Experts! Kindly assist with the below: In a penal case that is still at the investigation stage, if your statement was taken and they realized you are truly innocent, with your name included only by association, is there a chance that your name can be dropped before being referred to court? Or does the fact that they took your statement mean you must appear in court?

Can I reapply for a UAE tourist visa after rejection, and what should I change?

Q: Hello, I am a student studying in Switzerland, and I need to attend a conference in Abu Dhabi. I applied for a tourist visa but was rejected. Can I apply again, and what should I change to get the visa?

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What does it mean if my MOHRE complaint about my unpaid salary is closed?

Q: Hello, I filed a MOHRE complaint against my former boss for my September 2024 salary. It shows as closed on the MOHRE website. What does that mean? I am currently outside the UAE; can my former boss still pay me?

Bounced Cheques in the UAE: What You Need to Know in 2024

In the UAE, cheque bounce is a very frequent problem faced by people during their span in the country. It is covered under the purview of Commercial Transactions Law, and legal implications/penalties can be financially severe and daunting for more “serious” offenses. Bounced cheque issues may arise in a variety of commercial transactions, including but not limited to, companies’ exchanges, bank loans, property rents or purchases, and individual transactions.

How can a wife file for khula when she is financially dependent on her husband?

Q: Dear Lawyers, How can a wife file for khula when she is financially dependent on her husband and has no funds to support it?

Case status is "Deferred for Settlement" in a value-specific dispute. What does it mean?

Q: Dear Lawyers, I have registered a case in the Dubai Court for a value-specific dispute, but I have not received any notice from the court for a hearing. When checking the case status online, it says: "Deferred for Settlement." What does this mean, and what should I do next?

Can a husband renew only his 6-year-old child's visa and refuse to renew his wife's visa?

Q: Dear Lawyers, Can a husband renew only his 6-year-old child`s visa and refuse to renew his wife`s visa? What happens in that case?

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Is it mandatory for a self-represented applicant to sign the memorandum of defense in a civil dispute?

Q: Dear Lawyers, Is it mandatory for a memorandum of defense to be signed by an applicant representing themselves without an attorney in a civil dispute in Dubai? If not, what are the potential consequences of submitting a memorandum of defense without a signature? Thank you!

What legal actions can be expected when an 18-year-old pushes a minor?

Q: Dear Lawyers, If two kids fight in a public place in Abu Dhabi, and a video of the incident, recorded by a third person, goes viral. In the fight, one kid, who just turned 18, pushes the other kid to the ground while holding their neck, but no injuries are reported. The mother of the minor has filed a police case. What should I do, and what might the judge rule in this case?

Can I sue people for defamation on social media with only first names and phone numbers?

Q: Hi, I have seen that there is monetary compensation for damages caused by spreading rumors under the cybercrime law. My background: I am currently divorced and suffering emotionally and mentally. There are women on social media, especially TikTok, who have exchanged conversations and spread rumors about me and my ex-husband, which is making me more anxious. I feel that this is adding to my stress and ruining my reputation. How can I proceed with legal action for this? I only know their first names, mobile numbers, and social media usernames. Does this help?

A landlord sent a screenshot of a judicial warning to vacate without a reason. Is this acceptable?

Q: Dear Lawyers, I just renewed our rent for a third year on September 4th. Today, October 11th, the landlord sent a screenshot through the agent, apparently from the Dubai Court, stating a judicial warning to vacate the property in 12 months, without mentioning a reason for the eviction. I thought eviction letters should be sent by mail for the tenant to receive them personally. Am I correct, or is it acceptable for the landlord to send this screenshot via WhatsApp? Thank you in advance!

Do crypto payments in a free zone software company require a VASP or VARA license?

Q: Dear Lawyers, I have a software company in a free zone. My clients pay me in crypto, and I convert it to fiat for my company expenses. Do I need a VASP or VARA license?

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If I have a cheque returned in the UAE, can I get police clearance for new employment?

Can we cancel a car purchase under a 14-day withdrawal right without paying for value loss?