FINANCIAL FRAUDULENT BY EMPLOYEES Navigating Dubai’s Financial Fraud Law: A Guide for Victims Financial fraud is an unfortunate reality that individuals and businesses may face, resulting in the loss of hard-earned money through misappropriation and illicit practices. In Dubai, Law No. 37 of 2009, also known as the Dubai Financial Fraud Law, aims to combat...Read More

BOUNCED CHEQUE Bouncing a cheque in the UAE can have serious legal consequences. Bounced cheques can result in criminal charges, including fines and imprisonment. The Federal Law Number 18 of 1993, issuing the Commercial Transactions Law, which regulates the matters of issuing cheques, defines a cheque in its Article number 483 as a commercial paper containing...Read More

Drunk and drive Federal Law No. 21 of 1995 “Concerning traffic” as amended in the law, which governs traffic and regulates vehicles. The law also stipulates the sanctions for traffic crimes and procedures related thereto. It’s strictly prohibited for the driver of any vehicle to drive under the influence of an alcoholic or narcotic substance,...Read More

UAE imposes Strict Penaltis against Cyber photography Have you ever taken a video of photo of a movie in the theatre? This could fetch you a heavy fine and even jail time. UAE: Up to Dh100,000 fine, 2 months in jail for taking photos, videos at the cinema. In January 2022, the UAE implemented Federal Law...Read More

process of liquidation in UAE Process of liquidation in the Uae Liquidation can be one of the best options for a company if it is no longer able to meet its financial obligations, or if it is insolvent. Liquidation can be either voluntary or compulsory i.e. through a court order. When does a Company need...Read More

UAE’s Arbitration Evolution: Impact of Federal Law No. (15) of 2023 IS IT COMPULSORY TO CANCEL THE TRADE LICENSE BEFORE LEAVING THE COUNTRY FOREVER??? In the UAE, licenses for companies are generally given for a year. At the end of that duration i.e., a year, the said license must be renewed by paying the relevant...Read More

UAE’s Arbitration Evolution: Impact of Federal Law No. (15) of 2023 Things to keep in mind before starting a business in UAE Company formation in Dubai or opening a new branch of an existing business in UAE/Dubai can be financially rewarding if you do your homework beforehand. This means knowing everything there is to know about...Read More

UAE’s Arbitration Evolution: Impact of Federal Law No. (15) of 2023 UAE’s Arbitration Evolution: Impact of Federal Law No. (15) of 2023 Introduction In a significant leap forward for the UAE’s legal landscape, the enactment of Federal Law No (15) of 2023 has ushered in a new era for arbitration. These amendments, enacted to improve...Read More

ADOPTION IN UAE Adoption in UAE IntroductionIn the United Arab Emirates, the absence of explicit adoption laws is rooted in the non-formal recognition of adoption within Islamic tradition. Unfortunately, this has given riseto a common misconception surrounding adoption-related regulations in the UAE.There’s a widespread belief that not only is adoption prohibited, but also that it’s...Read More

CAN YOU USE WHATSAPP MESSAGE AS EVIDENCE IN UAE COURTS? CAN YOU USE WHATSAPP MESSAGES AS EVIDENCE IN UAE COURTS? “I’ll WhatsApp you the details,” is a typical expression because WhatsApp is the most often used internet platform when compared to other electronic communication platforms. With the increasing use of WhatsApp messages in our daily...Read More