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SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE IN UAE: WHEN CAN COURTS COMPEL CONTRACTUAL PERFORMANCE?

UAE has consistently upheld the importance and sanctity of contracts and the principle that parties must respect the obligations they undertake voluntarily. The Federal Decree-Law No. 25 of 2025 Promulgating the Civil Transactions Law reaffirmed this principle by retaining specific performance as the primary remedy for breach of contractual obligations. UAE’s civil law prioritises compelling […]
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THINK BEFORE YOU POST: LEGAL RISKS OF POSTING NEGATIVE REMARKS ON SOCIAL MEDIA IN UAE

In this digital era, social media platforms, google reviews, and other online forums have enabled the consumers to express their experiences publicly and these online reviews significantly influence consumer decisions and business reputations. UAE recognises the right of individuals to express their genuine opinions in these public platforms, but such right is subjected to legal […]
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CAN A LANDLORD EVICT YOU TO SELL A PROPERTY IN DUBAI?

There could be instances where landlords, out of the blue, inform a tenant that they are selling the property and that the tenant must vacate the premises within a short span of time. The main question that arises is whether a landlord can evict a tenant within a short span by stating the reason that […]
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EXTENDING ANNUAL LEAVE IN THE UAE: WHAT EMPLOYEES NEED TO KNOW

Annual leave is an important entitlement that is supposed to be granted to every employee. While annual leave cannot be denied to an employee, the question remains: can an employer deny an extension of annual leave? There are situations in which employees may require additional time due to emergencies, flight disruptions, or personal circumstances. Are […]
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