The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is a financial free zone established by Federal Decree-Law No. 35 of 2004. It is a leading financial hub for the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa. DIFC functions under its own legal framework, which is founded on English common law. DIFC is a vital component of Dubai’s economy, […]
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Money laundering is a major global challenge with extensive economic, social, and political implications. Money Laundering involves disguising the origins of illegally acquired funds, enabling criminals to profit from their activities while simultaneously eroding the integrity of legitimate economic systems. This article will explore how these new changes can impact employers and employees. Anti-Money Laundering
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The new gratuity rule in UAE, introduced through Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 (New Law), came into force in February 2022 and repealed Federal Law No. 8/1980 (Old Law). The New Law introduced significant changes regarding end-of-service benefits for employees. This article will explore how these new changes can impact employers and employees.
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Money laundering is a pressing global challenge with extensive economic, social, and political implications. Money laundering involves disguising the origins of illegally acquired funds, enabling criminals to profit from their activities while simultaneously eroding the integrity of legitimate economic systems. AML or Anti Money Laundering Laws UAE are a set of regulations and procedures that
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The legal structure in the UAE has two systems: the Federal Judiciary, presided over by the Federal Supreme Court, which is the highest judicial authority in the UAE, and the local judicial departments at the local government level. A legal consultant in UAE can help navigate these systems. Each of the seven emirates has the
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Amending a lease agreement can sometimes be less straightforward, especially if the tenant is unresponsive. This article will guide you through the steps to ensure the tenancy continues smoothly, even when faced with communication challenges. Automatic Renewal Dubai’s real estate market is regulated by a set of laws to protect both tenants and landlords. The
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Emiratisation is an initiative by the UAE government to create more job opportunities for UAE nationals and thereby promote local talent. The scheme provides employment targets for corporations, setting out the minimum employment rate for UAE Nationals. Emiratisation Rates The UAE Cabinet recently approved a decision to raise Emiratisation rates to 2 per cent annually
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Construction projects are often complex, and disputes are common. Various methods are available for resolving a construction dispute, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. In this article, we will discuss different dispute resolution methods and common types of construction disputes that may arise in a project. What is Construction Dispute Resolution? Construction dispute resolution
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Defamation refers to the act of harming the reputation of a person or organisation. In UAE, defamation is governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 31/2021 on the issuance of the Law on Crimes and Penalties (“UAE Penal Code”). Defamation Law in the UAE Legal System Defamatory statements may be in the form of written/spoken words or
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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.
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