BUSINESS LAW

Introduction Whether an arbitral tribunal may grant relief that a party has not expressly requested is a recurring issue in arbitration. It raises important questions about the limits of arbitral jurisdiction, the scope of party autonomy, and the enforceability of arbitral awards under UAE law. While tribunals must remain within the boundaries of the claims […]

Introduction Unilateral arbitration clauses, provisions that allow only one party to choose arbitration while restricting the other to court litigation, have long been debated in international commercial practice. While some jurisdictions uphold such clauses as a matter of contractual freedom, others view them as imbalanced and contrary to procedural fairness. Recent developments in the UAE, […]

Introduction Pathological arbitration clauses are those that are poorly drafted, ambiguous, contradictory, or unworkable and pose significant challenges in international commercial arbitration. These clauses often lead to disputes over jurisdiction, delays in proceedings, and even the invalidation of the arbitration agreement itself. Both the UAE and India, as rapidly developing arbitration jurisdictions, have faced recurring […]

Introduction Recent reforms to the UAE’s inheritance and personal status laws have brought greater clarity for expatriates, particularly those who live alone or have no immediate family in the country. A question that arises frequently is what becomes of an expat’s assets if they pass away in the UAE without any identifiable heirs. This scenario […]

Overview Health insurance is mandatory in Dubai, and most residents rely on their policies to cover unexpected medical conditions. But one of the most common concerns people face is whether an insurer can refuse coverage for a disease that was diagnosed recently especially if the diagnosis occurs shortly after the policy begins. This issue often […]

Overview Dubai’s off‑plan property market continues to attract investors from around the world, offering flexible payment plans, attractive pricing, and strong long‑term returns. But with any off‑plan purchase, buyers naturally worry about the safety of their money, especially when construction is still underway. To address these concerns, Dubai introduced a robust escrow system designed to […]