Litigation is a form of dispute resolution (ADR)
🇬🇧 English 🇦🇪 العربية نظرة عامة على كيفية تعامل قانون دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة مع الاحتيال الإلكتروني، وأساليب الجرائم الإلكترونية الشائعة، والعقوبات الجنائية الصارمة المفروضة على مرتكبيها. برز الاحتيال الإلكتروني كأحد أخطر المخاطر القانونية والمالية في دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة، إذ يؤثر على الأفراد والشركات والمؤسسات المالية على حد سواء. وعلى الرغم من الإطار...
🇬🇧 English 🇦🇪 العربية An overview of how UAE law addresses online fraud, common cybercrime methods, and the severe criminal penalties imposed on offenders Cyber fraud has emerged as one of the most pressing legal and financial risks in the United Arab Emirates, affecting individuals, businesses, and financial institutions alike. Despite the UAE’s robust...
Signing an arbitral award on each and every page can often be a daunting task, and arbitrators generally prefer to sign only the final page. Nevertheless, the absence of a signature on any page has historically been one of the most commonly invoked grounds for setting aside an award or its enforcement in the UAE...
“Saudi Arabia’s mandatory mediation initiative signifies a cultural shift, integrating traditional amicable settlement values with modern legal practice to create a fair, efficient, and amicable commercial dispute resolution system aligned with Vision 2030 and global standards.” Introduction Mandatory mediation has emerged as a pivotal development in Saudi Arabia’s ongoing legal reforms, reflecting a broader global...
This article explores the legal landscape of deportation in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with a focus on the recent changes introduced by Dubai Decision No. 1/2025. Deportation, as a state measure for removing foreign nationals, is implemented in the UAE through two main avenues—judicial and administrative. Judicial deportation stems from criminal convictions and may...
In a landmark step towards building a healthier future for all, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued a new Public Health Law aimed at elevating disease prevention, public health governance, and the overall quality of healthcare services in the...
The confidentiality of UAE arbitration proceedings is a cornerstone of arbitration in the UAE, governed by the UAE Federal Arbitration Law (Federal Law No. 6 of 2018 on Arbitration) and institutional arbitration rules. Here are the key points regarding confidentiality in arbitration proceedings in the UAE. Statutory Provisions on Confidentiality The UAE Federal Arbitration Law...
Disputes are an inevitable part of doing business, and how they are resolved can significantly impact a company’s operations and reputation. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the choice between litigation and arbitration is crucial for businesses. Arbitration, a private method of resolving disputes outside of traditional court systems, has gained prominence in the UAE...
The establishment of the Conflict of Jurisdiction Tribunal under Decree No. 29 of 2024 marks a significant shift in resolving jurisdictional disputes between the Dubai Courts and the DIFC Courts. This new mechanism replaces the Joint Judicial Committee, addressing prior inefficiencies and ambiguity, while providing a streamlined process for adjudicating jurisdictional conflicts. Here’s an in-depth...
The construction industry in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has experienced rapid growth over the past few decades, fuelled by visionary development projects and a booming real estate market. Understanding construction contracts in the UAE is crucial for investors, contractors, and other stakeholders involved in the region’s infrastructure and property development. This article provides an...
