UAE witnessed its most significant whistleblower case in 2020, where an ex-partner of Ernst and Young (EY) reported the cover-up of a large-scale money laundering case by a client. The whistleblower was asked to resign by the company to cover...

Civil lawyer plays a crucial role in handling cases regulated under civil law. In UAE, civil law is concerned with social liberty and legal transactions that involve two private or public parties. Not all transactions, agreements, or contracts reach their...

The United Arab Emirates amended the Commercial Transaction Law in November 2021. The highlight of the amendment was the decriminalization of bounced cheques. The law came into force on 2nd February 2022. It is in line with the government’s strategic plan...

Criminal law is a branch that deals with criminal offenses and their regulations. It regulates various functions such as apprehension charging, the trial of suspected persons, fixes penalties, renders judgment, and set conditions for appealing judgment at upper courts. In...

The UAE real estate market is an incredible opportunity for investment and capital gains. With a spate of changes in property ownership rules, especially for expats and overseas investors, this industry has opened up further. However, the property ownership rules...

UAE allows accused and victim to settle criminal matters amicably An out-of-court settlement in criminal cases is a reconciling procedure that provides a faster settlement opportunity to resolve matters amicably. Under the aegis of prosecution, both the victim and the...

The outbreak of Covid-19 has changed the way people work globally. The UAE was the front runner in adopting the latest technologies and methods to ensure the smooth functioning of government departments during this time. UAE courts were the first...

UAE is one of the hottest job markets in the world. Hundreds of people come to UAE every year in the hope of making bigger careers. The people-friendly work environment, work-life balance, and handsome pay cheques are the primary reasons...

Speeding, using mobile phones, and not maintaining a safe distance while driving are some of the major causes of accidents in the UAE. In 2021 Dubai witnessed a slight jump in motor accident death cases compared to 2020. According to...

The United Arab Emirates is well known for its luxurious lifestyle and fascination for exotic pets. In the UAE, there are people who own animals such as lions, tigers, or chimpanzees. Existing laws in the UAE prohibit the possession of...

The appeal is an opportunity for convicts to review their case by higher authorities. Both parties request a formal change to the official decision through the appeal. However, in UAE, only the convicted party has the right to appeal. The...

The rules and regulations in the UAE are considered some of the most revolutionary and adapting in the Arab world. In November 2021 came the significant shift in UAE’s marriage law, which was earlier based on Islamic Sharia Law. Non-Muslim...

UAE is continuously striving to adopt the latest HR practices to create a cohesive working environment that benefits both organizations and employees. On 15th November 2021 government announced Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021, which will replace Federal Law No....

The UAE government is continuously reforming its legal system to match the global standards. It has emerged as a provider of a more conducive social environment for people visiting work and for holidays in the otherwise conservative Middle East. Many...

Expats are an integral part of the United Arab Emirates economy. After all, the expat population is about 90% of the 10 million living in the country. Be it Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Umm Al-Quwain, or Ras Al-Khaimah;...

In the UAE, when a business entity fails the ability to pay its debts to its creditors, it can opt to file for bankruptcy or liquidation of the company. The Article no. 65 of the UAE bankruptcy law 2016 (chapter...

Sexual crimes against women are continuously on the rise globally. However, due to strict law enforcement in the UAE, the sexual crime rate is exceptionally low. The crime rate in the UAE for sexual crimes against women is as low...

Weekly Leave: A worker has the right to get weekly a day paid leave. Public Holiday: Public holidays will be granted as leave, if circumstances of work do not allow leave on holiday then the employee will be compensated for...

His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the president of the UAE, has provided a former approval to historic legal reforms. These extensive reforms are going to be a landmark in the 50 years history of the UAE. Important...

The major federal laws that govern justice for delinquents and juveniles are the Law of Evidence 1992, the Penal Code 1987, the Criminal Procedure Code 1987, and the Juvenile Delinquents and Vagrants Act 1976, also known as Federal Law 9...

Outdoor advertising is a form of advertising that is very popular amongst brands because of the reach of the platform. It is an important marketing tool that can stimulate brand awareness, recall, and recognition dramatically. With the right kind of...

According to the legal system’s history, the cornerstone of current law in Dubai was formed in 1970. The Civil Court was founded when the Law of Forming Courts was approved. The Court of Appeal was established under the same statute....

Money laundering can have severe negative impacts on the economy. It can be national as well as global businesses impact, and society as a whole. It leads to the reduction of efficiency and promotes corruption and crime. The AML (Anti-Money...

Procuring an attestation stamp from the consulate or UAE embassy is generally a legal procedure. The UAE is well-known for its welcoming attitude toward foreigners who come for employment, to carry out business plans, or to stay. Hence, document attestation...

Did you know in the UAE, verbal contracts are valued as much as written contracts? People often get surprised that oral contracts are binding and enforceable. However, all lawyers recommend it is best to get an agreement in writing. It...

17th October 2021 is an important day in the UAE government’s adoption of smart IT practices. During the GITEX Technology week 2021, the announcement came directly from the Head of the IT Department of the Ministry of Health and Prevention....

When you put yourself behind the wheels, you are not only responsible for your safety, but also for the safety of people on the road. Your sense of responsibility transcends to both your and someone else’s life. Therefore, practicing caution...

The UAE is the financial capital of the Middle East. The investor-friendly economic environment in emirates like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah has provided growth and development opportunities for all kinds of businesses. However, in this volatile financial market, both...

Corruption is indisputably a threat to a society’s and a nation’s economic well-being. The UAE government always has prioritized the suppression of corrupt practices. Nonetheless, there are no thorough anti-corruption and anti-bribery laws in effect in the United Arab Emirates....

One of the most prevalent problems that the youth faces is that of drug addiction. Millions of people around the globe spend an unimaginable amount of money on this heinous addiction. Drug trafficking is a major global issue that the...