Dubai has introduced Law No. (3) of 2026 concerning the Quality and Safety of Buildings in the Emirate of Dubai, setting out a new framework aimed at improving safety standards and long-term maintenance of buildings across the emirate. The law will come into effect 60 days after its publication in the Official Gazette. Under the […]
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Introducing a new set of rules aimed at strengthening safety standards across public spaces in the emirate. The law was issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and will come into effect on 1 June 2026. The new law applies to a wide range of public venues and activities, including events, beaches,
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Recent regional developments have resulted in situations where employees are temporarily unable to return to the UAE due to airspace restrictions, security disruptions, or war-related events. These circumstances raise important legal questions regarding salary continuation, leave allocation, contractual obligations, and employer duties. This advisory analyses the legal framework strictly under: UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 33
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Losing your job in the UAE can create immediate financial pressure, especially if you have ongoing loan obligations such as a mortgage, credit cards, personal loans, or car financing sometimes multiple payments every month. For many, this can feel overwhelming, as banks still expect regular payments even during this difficult period. While each type of
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In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued Law No. (3) of 2026 on the Quality and Safety of Buildings in the Emirate of Dubai. The Law introduces a comprehensive regulatory framework designed to enhance the safety, structural
Expatriates who own property, bank accounts, businesses, or other assets in the UAE often wonder: what happens if they die without a will or without identifiable heirs? The UAE has updated its civil law to make this much clearer, giving expats and their families greater certainty about how their property is handled after death. What
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In response to rising rents and frequent disputes over renewal notices, the DLD introduced the Smart Rental Index in January 2025 — a more data-driven, transparent benchmark that uses actual transaction data, building classifications, and area-specific market conditions to determine lawful rent adjustments. For a deeper explanation of how this new system works and what
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Background & Facts On 19 July 2024, our client entered into a Unified Sales Contract (Form F) for the purchase of a villa in Dubai for AED 2,295,000, with a contractual expiry date of 30 August 2024. Pursuant to the Contract, our client issued a 10% security deposit cheque in the amount of AED 255,000.
The UAE has long been a magnet for foreign investors and entrepreneurs, offering a dynamic business environment, world-class infrastructure, and investor-friendly regulations. Its strategic location, free zones, and streamlined licensing processes make it an ideal hub for starting and growing a business. However, in the rush to capitalize on these opportunities, many investors are drawn
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No two investors share the same combination of risk tolerance, funding structure, expansion plans, or residency objectives. Yet many foreign investors adopt standardized corporate templates, including: Generic Memoranda of Association (MOAs) Boilerplate governance provisions Templates designed for speed or cost savings, rather than legal protection While such structures may satisfy initial licensing requirements, they often
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