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UNDERSTANDING BLOOD MONEY (DIYA) UNDER UAE LAW

Article 1 of Federal Decree-Law No. 31 of 2021 states that the provisions of Sharia law will apply to crimes that are punishable by blood money, which is also known as Diya. In Article 67 of the same law, Diya is listed as one of the principal penalties under UAE law. Diya is not a […]
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ENFORCEABILITY AND LEGAL RECOGNITION OF SMART CONTRACTS IN UAE COURTS

The rapid digital transformation of UAE has significantly influenced the legal and commercial area of the country. Among the most notable technological developments is the emergence of smart contracts, which are self-executing agreements operating through blockchain technology and automated code. Blockchain technology is a digital system that securely stores and shares information or transactions across […]
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WHAT EVERY INVESTOR SHOULD VERIFY BEFORE BECOMING A SHAREHOLDER

Investing in a company is not only a financial decision but also a legal commitment. Many investors enter businesses without conducting proper legal due diligence and later face disputes relating to ownership, management control, profit-sharing, or exit rights. Legal Checklist Before Investing in a Company 1. Verify Whether the Company is Legally Registered Check the […]
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RESERVATION AGREEMENTS AND FUTURE PROPERTY INTERESTS IN ADGM

The Registration of Future Interests Regulations 2024 introduced by the Abu Dhabi Global Market represent a significant shift in how future real estate transactions are regulated. A Reservation Agreement is an agreement whereby a person is promised or reserved a future interest in property. The buyer does not obtain ownership of the property immediately; instead, […]
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ARE TEACHERS ALLOWED TO HIT STUDENTS IN THE UAE?

Corporal punishment is an age-old method of disciplining children. Teachers are considered second parents and schools as a second home, and therefore schools should be a safe space for students. No child deserves to be abused in any manner by teachers. There have been multiple instances where children have been subjected to physical and psychological […]
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WHEN CAN AN EMPLOYER FILE AN ABSCONDING REPORT AGAINST AN EMPLOYEE IN UAE?

In UAE, an absconding report is a serious legal and administrative complaint filed by an employer against an employee who abandons work without lawful justification. Such complaints may affect the employee’s labour rights, residency status, and future employment opportunities in UAE. Therefore, both employers and employees must understand the law governing absconding cases in UAE. […]
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