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An employer has the right to take various restrictive measures against the employee for their misconduct. The legal framework has multiple ways in which an employer can take actions against an employee like: Disciplinary penalties imposed by the employer. Dismissal from employment. Work abandonment (absconding) complaints. Labour bans restricting the issuance of a new work […]

Employees spend a significant amount of their lives at work, and workplace injuries are not completely preventable even after taking high precautions. Employee welfare and workplace safety remain fundamental principles under UAE labour legislation. Recognising the risks associated with various occupations, Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 imposes obligations on employers to provide a safe […]

On 18 June 2026, a Cabinet Resolution introduced a minimum social media age of fifteen years. The UAE has become the first Arab nation to introduce such restrictions. The growing concern over children’s exposure to harmful online content has led to this significant change, which is to be followed by all digital platforms. The concerning […]

Recovery of payment can be time-consuming, and creditors who have already lost their money may find it difficult to bear the delays and costs involved. To address this issue, the UAE legislature has established a streamlined procedure known as a Writ of Debt or Payment Order under Articles 143 to 150 of Federal Decree-Law No. […]

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed the cyber threat arena, enabling cyber criminals to conduct more sophisticated, scalable, and convincing attacks than before. From AI-generated phishing campaigns and deepfake fraud to automated vulnerability exploitation, businesses in the UAE face evolving threats that present not only cybersecurity concerns but also significant legal challenges. As organisations rely more […]

A creditor files a case to protect their interests and recover their money. Legal proceedings take time, and during that period, the debtor can sell, transfer, or conceal assets. UAE law allows courts to impose a prejudgment attachment over assets even before a final judgment is issued. This ensures that successful litigants are not left […]