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What is Arbitration? A Beginner’s Guide to Dispute Resolution

Arbitration is a well-established method of resolving disputes outside the traditional courtroom. Arbitration involves an impartial third party, known as an arbitrator, who listens to both sides of a dispute and makes a binding decision. This alternative dispute resolution mechanism is particularly valued for its efficiency, confidentiality, and flexibility. From commercial disagreements in business to labour relations, arbitration…

UAE Labour Law
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Decoding the UAE Labour Law: What You Need to Know About Employment Contracts and Rights

The UAE Labour Law (Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021) governs employment relationships in the private sector across mainland UAE and its free zones, excluding DIFC and ADGM. In this article, we’ve covered key aspects of the UAE Labour laws, including contract types, probation periods, and various work models. What Is UAE Labour Law?​…

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Family Business Law in the UAE

Family-run businesses are a considerable part of the UAE’s economic landscape. However, such businesses face a number of unique challenges, such as a lack of structure and succession planning, conflicts within the family, etc.  To address these issues, UAE issued Federal Decree Law no. 37 of 2022 (“Family Business Law” or “Law”), which came into…

Bankruptcy law
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Bankruptcy Law 101: How to Navigate Insolvency in The UAE?

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) often face financial challenges in the UAE. One of the most daunting scenarios is insolvency. This article will give you an overview of the bankruptcy law in UAE and also debunk some misconceptions associated with it. What Is Insolvency? Insolvency refers to a situation where a company cannot fulfil its…

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Tenants Rights in Dubai: A 2024 Comprehensive Guide for Renters

Tenants rights in Dubai safeguard tenants’ interests and ensure they are treated fairly. Understanding these rights can prevent disputes between landlords and tenants. Dubai has a high demand for rental properties, which has made rental disputes increasingly common. The most common issues between landlords and tenants are unpaid rent, property damage, eviction, security deposit, access…

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Personal Insolvency Law in The UAE

We have previously discussed the UAE Bankruptcy Law, which applies to commercial companies and traders. A separate law, the UAE Personal Insolvency Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 19 of 2019), deals with the insolvency of natural persons. The law aims to protect individuals facing financial difficulties and those who are unable to pay their debts. What…

UAE Construction Law
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How UAE Law Deals With Certain Common Issues in Construction Disputes

Construction projects are often complicated and involve high stakes. There are certain issues that are peculiar to construction projects. In this article, we will discuss some of the most frequently encountered issues in today’s construction industry in the UAE.

Intellectual Property Rights: Overview of UAE Copyrights and Trademark Law
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Intellectual Property Rights: Overview of UAE Copyrights and Trademark Law

Intellectual property is the creative work of the human intellect. Intellectual property plays a vital role in the economy, and its protection is important for the following reasons:  To create a sense of security among creators  To reward and encourage creativity through incentives.  To encourage technological innovations.  To encourage fair trading, which would contribute to…

Impact of Dubai’s Recent Court Resolution on Arrest Orders in Debt Cases
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Impact of Dubai’s Recent Court Resolution on Arrest Orders in Debt Cases

The Resolution of the General Assembly of the Dubai Court of Cassation on Arrest Orders may prevent unnecessary arrests, leading to a new revenue stream for Accounting Experts and Asset Tracing Agencies. A recent clarification by the Dubai Court of Cassation on arrest orders has sought to strike a balance between the rights of creditors…