CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY REGULATION IN THE UAE Legal Framework The United Arab Emirates (UAE/State) is making steady progress in developing its legal infrastructure to encourage companies to take an active role in addressing economic, social, and environmental issues that would benefit the community. Initially purely voluntary private initiatives promoted by the Chamber of Commerce and […]
Introduction With the launch of the Mediation Rules by the Dubai International Arbitration Centre effective from 01 October 2023, the UAE has introduced a significant piece of legislation at the federal level, consolidating Mediation and Conciliation specifically in Civil and Commercial Disputes viz. Federal Decree Law No. 40 of 2023 (the “Decree-Law”) which will come […]
Introduction: In the bustling city of Dubai, where the demand for shared living spaces is on the rise, questions about the legality of such arrangements naturally occur often. One of the most common inquiry we encounter is, “Is it true that sharing apartments without a landlord’s approval in Dubai is against the law? And how […]
أصدر المشرع الإماراتي قانون الأحوال الشخصية المدني بموجب المرسوم بقانون اتحادي رقم (41) لسنة 2022 ، وتسري أحكام هذا القانون على غير المسلمين سواء من مواطني دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة أو المقيمين بها ويجوز لأحد الأطراف التمسك بتطبيق قانون جنسيته وذلك في مسائل الزواج والطلاق والتركات والوصايا وإثبات النسب كما يجوز الاتفاق على تطبيق التشريعات […]
Breakdown of Commercial Contracts The successful execution of a commercial transaction, whether it is goods sale-purchase, transportation, storage, procurement of services, or even corporate acquisitions, requires thoroughly written contractual clauses. Some clauses are universal and common to all of these types of contracts; those are either legally mandated or customary in nature to present in […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Landlords and Tenants’ Relationship under Rental Law in Dubai Introduction Dubai is a speedily mounting city with a booming Real Estate market that attracts both landlords and tenants from all over the world. The rental laws in Dubai aim to protect the rights of both the landlords and tenants in Dubai. […]
As the winter season approaches and the pleasant cool weather sets in, outdoor seating areas outside restaurants and cafes have become increasingly popular. However, it’s crucial for restaurant and cafe owners to be aware of the rules and regulations governing these al fresco spaces. The Abu Dhabi City Municipality has made it clear that […]
Can the Employer introduce a new clause in the approved employment contract in UAE? In the UAE, employers and employees have the flexibility to introduce additional terms and conditions into the Employment Contract provided they do not contradict the provisions of the Labour Law and the corresponding ministerial resolutions. According to Article 10 (2) of […]
The Mediation Rules of Dubai International Arbitration Centre (“DIAC”) has now come into effect (the “Mediation Rules 2023/Rules”) and governs all new requests for mediation submitted to DIAC from 1 October 2023 (the “Effective Date”). This positive step by the Center featuring the accurately structured Mediation Rules 2023, aims to provide best practices in alternative […]
