Labour Law
Participation in the alternative end-of-service benefits Scheme is optional for employers. They can adhere to labour law provisions that align with their business needs. SCA will issue licenses to investment service providers or fund managers. Regulatory authorities across the UAE will oversee the implementation.
Amy Denny · 16 Nov 2023 · 8 minRead →
Compliance in the UAE
The UAE Labour Law amendment has brought in a transformative development. We explore the implications for employers and employees in the UAE, with the introduction of Federal Decree-Law No. 20/2023 on 13/09/2023.
Reshma Rose Jacob · 16 Nov 2023 · 9 minRead →
Corporate and Commercial
Regulation of Competition is a robust legal framework crafted to encourage fair competition and deter monopoly. It’s poised to shape a fair, dynamic, and resilient business landscape in the UAE. Demonstrates the government’s commitment to fostering a level playing field and promoting innovation. The United Arab Emirates has recently implemented a substantial legal framework to […]
Saniya Mariam Thomas · 14 Nov 2023 · 4 minRead →
Debt Recovery
Arrest Threat for Payment Defaulters Eased in Landmark Judgment by The Dubai Court of Cassation
Jerome Jose · 13 Nov 2023 · 5 minRead →
ADGM
Al Reem Island Becomes Part of ADGM (Abu Dhabi Global Market). Expands ADGM’s jurisdiction to Al Reem island in addition to Al Maryah island. With 1438 hectares, ADGM becomes one of the largest concentrated Financial Districts in the world.
Aparna T Nambissan · 12 Nov 2023 · 6 minRead →
Arbitration
As long as the arbitration agreement remains valid, national and state courts will not have jurisdiction to entertain claims arising from contracts that contain an embedded arbitration clause. The Court also clarified that non-payment of arbitration costs does not result in waiving the arbitration agreement, thus entitling either party to resubmit the claim with the DIAC.
Jose Joseph · 10 Nov 2023 · 5 minRead →
Compliance in the UAE
The processes for UAE's ICV certification for the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to obtain the National In-Country Value (ICV) Certificate for a nominal fee as low as AED 500.
Aparna T Nambissan · 31 Oct 2023 · 5 minRead →
Corporate and Commercial
Setting a precedent in UAE corporate law, for the first time a UAE court grants compensation for non-financial losses in a business dispute, safeguarding a company's reputation and honour. This sets a UAE precedent. Energy drink brand Power Horse wins USD1 million as moral damages.
Amy Denny · 31 Oct 2023 · 3 minRead →
DIFC
Ras Al Khaimah Digital Assets Oasis (RAK DAO) Free Zone signs agreement with DIFC Courts, to promote businesses in AI, Metaverse, Blockchain, NFTs, and more digital assets.
Editor · 27 Oct 2023 · 5 minRead →
Law Updates
Notarization and authentication of contracts and other documents can be exclusively in English. This strategic initiative eliminates the need for translation of documents into Arabic. Digital accessibility significantly reduces processing time.
Jerome Jose · 26 Oct 2023 · 6 minRead →