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Question: “I got a legal notice saying my brand name/logo infringes someone else’s trademark—what should I do first, and what should I absolutely not do?” Answer If you’ve received a trademark infringement notice (cease & desist / legal notice), treat it as a formal legal risk-management matter: avoid reactive responses, avoid replying emotionally, and do not “fix” things in a […]
Background In 2024, a group of financial services firms and regulated entities operating across multiple sectors including investment management, payment services, and advisory sought expert legal support to overhaul their internal corporate frameworks. These businesses were facing growing regulatory expectations from the Central Bank of the UAE as they expanded their operations and prepared to engage with […]
The Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) was enacted to address chronic issues of delay, opacity, and buyer exploitation in India’s real estate sector. By imposing compliance obligations and governance duties on developers and promoters, RERA seeks to balance the interests of stakeholders and restore buyer confidence. Judicial interpretations have further clarified the scope of these obligations, […]
Patents are a cornerstone of innovation protection. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), obtaining a patent provides exclusive rights to an invention, but those rights are not carved in stone. Once a patent is granted, it can be challenged through several legal mechanisms. Understanding these processes is essential for both innovators defending their rights and […]
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has initiated a regulatory consultation following its evaluation of the Alternative End-of-Service Benefits (EOSB) Savings Scheme, introduced pursuant to Cabinet Resolution No. (96) of 2023. The consultation reflects a continuing evolution in the employment regulatory framework of the United Arab Emirates. The Alternative EOSB Savings Scheme establishes an optional, investment-based model as an alternative to the traditional gratuity regime […]
For developers, strict RERA compliance is a statutory obligation and a signal of credibility. For buyers, it provides enforceable rights and remedies that were previously elusive. The RERA framework in India is designed to ensure that real estate transactions are structured transparently and fairly. The enactment of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act, 2016 (RERA) marked a watershed moment in India’s real estate sector. Designed to bring transparency, accountability, and consumer protection, RERA fundamentally reshaped how transactions are structured between […]
Ministerial Decision reinforces institutional alignment between Dubai’s virtual asset regime and the UAE’s federal tax framework The UAE Ministry of Finance has issued Ministerial Decision No. 336 of 2025 formally recognising Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) as a “competent authority” under Federal Decree-Law No. 47 of 2022 on the Taxation of Corporations and Businesses. While the development has tax implications, […]
Smart Investments begins with Strong Due Diligence – From Compliance to Confidence Project Investigation under RERA refers to the scrutiny and compliance verification of real estate projects to ensure that, they adhere to the rules and regulations set by the RERA Act, 2016. This process involves evaluating project approvals, financial records, construction progress, legal compliance, and grievances […]
The Financial Markets Tribunal (FMT) has upheld a decision by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) to impose a USD 25,000 fine on Al Ramz Capital LLC for failing to promptly report suspicious trading activity, reinforcing regulatory expectations around market conduct and compliance within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Background of the Case The penalty relates to transactions executed […]
Introduction The United Arab Emirates has established itself as a global trade hub through strategic economic partnerships that connect markets across continents. Two agreements that showcase this approach are the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements with Mauritius and Serbia. These partnerships represent important milestones in the UAE’s trade strategy, connecting the Emirates to Africa and Eastern Europe respectively. The UAE-Mauritius CEPA, signed on July 22, […]