Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy

Introduction:Extradition procedures in the UAE are governed by Federal Law No. (39) of 2006, with substantial changes made by Federal Decree-Law No. (38) of 2023. Extradition is a legal process...

Embezzlement under the UAE Penal CodeIn common language, embezzlement is understood to mean a crime in which the embezzler legally obtains assets and then fraudulently appropriates them. Under the UAE...

Losing a job suddenly can give rise to a number of unanticipated problems, and the situation becomes worse if you are the only earning member in the family. Thanks to the newly introduced Unemployment...

Introduction:There may occasionally be unforeseen difficulties when flying, such as baggage problems, flight delays, or cancellations. To protect air passengers the UAE government established strong...

IntroductionIn the United Arab Emirates, inheritance and wills are governed by a combination of Sharia law and civil laws. The legal framework for Muslim individuals’ wills and inheritance is...

Introduction:In the UAE, community living is a common lifestyle choice, encouraging a sense of togetherness and shared experiences. However, this closeness to neighbors can sometimes lead to...

Introduction:In Dubai’s rapidly growing real estate market, off-plan property purchases have become a popular investment option. However, delays in property handovers are a common issue, leaving...

Practicing medicine in the United Arab Emirates without a license is strictly prohibited under law. In the recent past, there have been instances where medical cosmetic surgeries have been conducted...

In the past decade, drugs laws have severally expanded and so is the punishment of drug-related crimes. Jail sentences for drug dealing have expanded in length, and numerous people have been detained...

Introduction:The liquidation of a company is a pivotal process governed by legal regulations in the UAE. Understanding the intricacies of liquidation proceedings is essential for stakeholders involved...

The Media Council of UAE has mandated that all social media content creators who publish promotional, whether for a fee or for free, must now do so with an advertiser permit. This step has been taken...

I am assured that most of our readers are well versed with the criminal penalties imposed in UAE for a dishonored or bounced cheque. However, we keep on witnessing the amendments in the law by the...

IntroductionThe UAE has recently taken a groundbreaking step in mental health care with the implementation of Federal Law No. 10/2023 on Mental Health. The Mental Health Law prioritizes the rights of...

The UAE has recently enacted a set of traffic laws to minimize accidents and cause minimal injury to all those using the Road transport system. The newly enacted Federal Decree-Law No. 14/2024 on...

In the recent years, there has been a boom in social media users who provide financial information to their followers. These users, referred to as "finfluencers" provide financial recommendations to...