The United Arab Emirates recently introduced the Federal Decree-Law no. 33 of 2021 on the ‘regulations of labour relations’, which would be in effect from 2nd February 2022 ("new decree law"). The new...
Federal decree law number 28 of 2021 has been issued amending the provisions of the Federal Decree law no. 7 of 2017. The new decree brings in changes to the procedures for raising a tax dispute and...
The construction industry is the very essence and backbone of the UAE’s economy, with an estimated valuation of USD 101 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach a valuation of USD 133 billion by...
Pursuant to Law Number 2 of 2007 on Regulations of Landlord-Tenant Relationship in Sharjah and its amendments, low-income bachelors or labourers are not allowed to live in certain residential...
The UAE Personal Status Law defines ‘inheritance’ as ‘the imperative devolution of the property and financial rights upon the death of their owner to those deserving’ (Article 313). Inheritance...
What do you mean by arbitration:Arbitration process can be understood as an alternate dispute resolution process wherein the disputing parties voluntarily choose an arbitration forum for adjudication...
What is absconding:The term ‘absconding’ means to leave ‘hurriedly and secretly, typically to escape from custody or avoid arrest’. This term has a special meaning in terms of the Federal Law no. 8 of...
The UAE continuously tightens its rules and regulations concerning anti-money laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF). It is constantly committed to its goal and vision to establish...
Submitting fake claims in the UAE can be subject to the provisions of the ‘false accusations’ under the UAE Penal Code. In this article, we will endeavour to discuss the concept of making fake claims...
Arbitration is best described as a cost-effective alternate dispute resolution process, which assists in smoother business relationships without incurring the rigidity of court proceedings. To address...
Commercial general liability ("CGL") policies are a norm in the UAE. A CGL policy usually provides comprehensive liability coverage by encompassing different liability coverage under the same head...
The cabinet resolution no. 33 of 2020 ("Resolution") has brought about many notable changes to Federal law no. 11 of 1992 and its amendments ("UAE Civil Procedure Code"). The said changes were made to...
The Federal law no. 8 of 1980 regarding the ‘organization of labour relations’ and its amendments (the "UAE labour law") includes in its scope a definitive provision towards occupational injuries and...
It is important that you develop the habit of being aware of the relevance of your credit report and also develop a habit of regularly checking the same. ‘Credit report’ in short, can determine your...
The UAE cabinet had recently adopted an amendment to the commercial companies act that allows for hundred per cent foreign ownership of companies in the UAE. These changes are now in effect starting...