BUSINESS LAW

DIFC RESHAPES ITS PRESCRIBED COMPANY REGIME: GREATER ACCESS WITH STRONGER COMPLIANCE

The DIFC courts have introduced certain new amendments to the Prescribed Company (“PC”) Regulations 2026. The amendments have helped in significantly expanding and simplifying the existing Prescribed Company regime. The updated framework enhances DIFC’s position as a jurisdiction for efficient holding and structuring vehicles while maintaining appropriate governance, transparency, and regulatory oversight. Removal of Qualifying […]
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WHEN CAN AN LLC MANAGER BE PERSONALLY SUBJECT TO ENFORCEMENT MEASURES IN THE UAE? – INSIGHTS FROM AN ABU DHABI COURT OF CASSATION JUDGMENT

Article 21 of the Federal Decree-Law No. 32 of 2021 on Commercial Companies clearly mentions that a company acquires a legal personality upon its registration and is considered as a separate legal entity distinct from its shareholders and managers. In a limited liability company, the liability of the partners us limited to the extent of […]
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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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