Legal News

Dubai: Unpaid salaries of doctors, staff to be settled by seizing hospital equipment

The enforcement action came after the healthcare facility failed to settle significant debts owed to its workforce and creditors

UAE: Legal experts warn parents against taking child abroad without partner's consent

Legal experts cited a case where a Dubai-based father sought the return of his two kids taken to Canada by their mother on the pretext of a family visit

Dubai: What are the requirements for Golden Visa holders to work in the emirate's freezone?

The reader wants to know if a work permit from MoHRE is needed

UAE: What conditions must non-Muslims meet to register for a civil marriage?

The spouses must disclose the existence of any previous marital relationship for either of them, indicating the date of divorce

Dubai: Owners cannot rent out apartment for 2 years after vacating it for personal use

Upon expiry of the rent contract, the owner may seek eviction of the tenant from the real property under certain circumstances

UAE: Do employees need to serve notice period after resigning during probation?

It is recommended to review the details of employment contract for any specific provisions

Dubai: Can landlords increase rent by Dh20k all at once to match current market rate?

The rent increase and decrease related to residential properties in the emirate is decided by the Real Estate Regulatory Agency

UAE: How can an employee be terminated legally for non-performance?

In the country, it is an employee’s obligation to work diligently and improve his performance at work

UAE jobs: Can new employee ask to add severance clause to contract?

KT reader wants to know if he can ask employer to specify an amount of money he gets if the company suddenly shuts down

Dubai: Can owners rent properties without a real estate broker?

KT reader wants to know if it is mandatory to reach out to a broker in order to rent his apartment