UAE &amp; GCC Legal Insights

The impact of UAE Mediation Law on small business

To date the use of mediation in the UAE has been limited in comparison to other jurisdictions. Prior to the en…

What to do when someone defames you on social media in UAE?

Defamation on social media is a serious crime as per UAE law. What are your options when someone defames you o…

Arabtec’s woes are a joy to many!

I have to admit, it was a nice break in my day seeing the spectacular collapse of Arabtec. I know that’s…

The Power of Payment Orders in Debt collection in UAE.

The Payment Order process in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is designed to facilitate an efficient method of o…

UAE police case

Here’s everything you need to know about 2021 Revised Cheque bounce law in UAE

The new cheque bounce law in UAE has amended certain provisions of Federal Law No. 18 of 1993, the Commercial …

Collect Payments Or Wind Up? UAE SME’s warned!

A new poll from Wirestork reveals that one in four small businesses say they are two months or less from closi…

UAE Visa rejected Due to Security Reasons: What to Do & How to Appeal 2026

UAE Visa Rejected due to Security Reasons: Complete 2026 Guide Receiving a UAE visa rejection marked “se…

General

How to verify UAE visa online?

Many a time, people who go to the UAE for various purposes like work, investment, visit etc get exposed to vis…

UAE Company Laws

The Complete Guide to Maternity Leave in UAE in 2023

Maternity leave in UAE has been expanded to 60 days for female employees under the country’s new Labour …

How to get a Long term UAE residence visa in 2021?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has approved an amendment to its UAE residence visa laws allowing foreign unive…

How to avail EMI facility for Dubai Trade License Renewals in 2021?

Trade license renewals in Dubai are due every year and are obtained from the Dubai Department of Economic Deve…

Can UAE Loan defaulters be arrested in India?

The answer is Yes, and No. Extradition is an integrated issue. Although the process has been simplified due to…

Can unpaid UAE credit card debts get you arrested in GCC or home country?

Yes, and No. Unpaid UAE credit card debts can lead to a number of legal consequences, including travel restric…

Stalked in UAE workplace? Here’s what to do.

Employee harassment/workplace harassment and discrimination is found to be an increasingly topical issue in UA…

Here’s an update to the employment Law in JAFZA

In September 2019, the Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (JAFZA) announced updates regarding the replacement of ba…

Here’s how to check Travel Ban in Dubai

Dubai is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, attracting millions of visitors every year…

How much do lawyers earn in UAE? (2020 Updated)

Many lawyers in the UAE are optimistic about the prospects of the region, particularly, which will certainly h…

Everything you need to know about the 2020 UAE Personal Insolvency Law

The UAE Personal Insolvency (Law) came into effect on 29 November, 2019. The Law is intended to address the tr…

Getting married in the UAE? Here’s what you need to know!

If you are planning on getting married in the UAE, be sure to firm up the paperwork first; lest you end up run…