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Addressing Defamation In The Digital Age: UAE's Perspective (Video)

Online defamation raises a myriad of legal questions, leaving individuals unsure of whether to take legal action, the potential consequences for the defendant, and the possibility of claiming compensation for damages...

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Dubai Expands Jurisdiction Of The Centre For Amicable Settlement Of Disputes: What's New?

Dispute resolution through the Centre for Amicable Settlement of Disputes (the "CASD" or "Centre") has now become more clear, efficient, and accessible to the Dubai public.

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

How To Authorize A Friend On Your Behalf? (Video)

How can I authorize a friend to handle my legal matters on my behalf in the UAE? Check out this wonderful 2D animated video, prepared by Dr. Hassan Elhais...

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Rebuilding The Framework: Dubai Law No. 2 Of 2025 Reshapes DIFC Courts' Legislative Landscape

In March 2025, Dubai marked a significant shift in the judicial framework of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts with the enactment of Dubai Law No. 2 of 2025 (the "Dubai Law").

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Recognition Of "Without Prejudice" In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Fenwick Elliott LLP

Reciprocity Of Foreign Judgements And Cross-Jurisdictional Litigation – From The UAE Perspective

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

Legal And Regulatory Updates May, 2025

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

What Are The Types Of Compensation In The UAE? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Enforcing Civil Judgments In The UAE: A Practical Guide Under Federal Decree-Law No. (42) Of 2022

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Hamdan AlShamsi Lawyers & Legal Consultants

Dubai Court Of Appeal Annuls Anti-Suit Injunction Issued In ICC Arbitration Proceedings

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K&L Gates LLP

Gupta Brothers Arrested In Dubai, Understanding The UAE's Extradition Process (Video)

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Credit Card Litigation In The UAE | Merchant Disputes & Chargebacks (Video)

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Latest Amendment Of The Civil Procedures Law Introduces A New Concept

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

The Arbitration Clause In Off-Plan Property Sale Agreements In Dubai

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

Everything You Should Know About Employment Pass (EP) Eligibility Under The COMPASS Framework

United Arab Emirates Employment

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IMC Group

DIFC Prescribed Company: Essential Guide For Investors And Advisors (Video)

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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Cavenwell Group

Support In Bidding For A Major Construction Project In India

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

Nexdigm UAE

DMCC Launches SPV And Holding Company Licences (Video)

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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Cavenwell Group

What Are The Legal Actions If A Wife Caught Her Husband's Infidelity? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Family

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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Time To Claim Your Debt: Legal Procedures And Case Filing (Video)

Is there any legal way to collect an outstanding debt in UAE owed to a friend? Check out this wonderful 2D animated video, prepared by Dr Hassan Elhais.

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Rebuilding The Framework: Dubai Law No. 2 Of 2025 Reshapes DIFC Courts' Legislative Landscape

In March 2025, Dubai marked a significant shift in the judicial framework of the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts with the enactment of Dubai Law No. 2 of 2025 (the "Dubai Law").

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Silence Or Extended Decisions? Navigating UAE Tax Disputes Resolution Committees Decisions Regime And Latest Judicial Trend

In the UAE's rapidly developing tax landscape, the procedures for resolving disputes have become increasingly relevant to businesses and individuals alike.

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Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Reciprocity Of Foreign Judgements And Cross-Jurisdictional Litigation – From The UAE Perspective

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What Are The Legal Actions If A Wife Caught Her Husband's Infidelity? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Family

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Legal And Regulatory Updates May, 2025

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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BSA Law

Enforcing Civil Judgments In The UAE: A Practical Guide Under Federal Decree-Law No. (42) Of 2022

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Hamdan AlShamsi Lawyers & Legal Consultants

Dubai Court Of Appeal Annuls Anti-Suit Injunction Issued In ICC Arbitration Proceedings

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K&L Gates LLP

Credit Card Litigation In The UAE | Merchant Disputes & Chargebacks (Video)

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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Court Procedure

UAE Family Law: Putting Children's Interests First And Safeguarding Their Rights (Video)

The UAE is not a signatory to Reciprocal Enforcement of Maintenance Orders (REMO).

United Arab Emirates Family

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Dr Hassan Elhais

How To Authorize A Friend On Your Behalf? (Video)

How can I authorize a friend to handle my legal matters on my behalf in the UAE? Check out this wonderful 2D animated video, prepared by Dr. Hassan Elhais...

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Silence Or Extended Decisions? Navigating UAE Tax Disputes Resolution Committees Decisions Regime And Latest Judicial Trend

In the UAE's rapidly developing tax landscape, the procedures for resolving disputes have become increasingly relevant to businesses and individuals alike.

United Arab Emirates Tax

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Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Reciprocity Of Foreign Judgements And Cross-Jurisdictional Litigation – From The UAE Perspective

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Gupta Brothers Arrested In Dubai, Understanding The UAE's Extradition Process (Video)

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Latest Amendment Of The Civil Procedures Law Introduces A New Concept

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BSA Law

"Costs On An Indemnity Basis" A Comparative Analysis Of Legal Frameworks, Principles And Practices In Court Systems And International Arbitrations

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Hamdan AlShamsi Lawyers & Legal Consultants

Misuse Of The Right To Litigate

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International Arbitration Comparative Guide

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Trials & Appeals & Compensation

UAE Family Law: Putting Children's Interests First And Safeguarding Their Rights (Video)

The UAE is not a signatory to Reciprocal Enforcement of Maintenance Orders (REMO).

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Dubai Expands Jurisdiction Of The Centre For Amicable Settlement Of Disputes: What's New?

Dispute resolution through the Centre for Amicable Settlement of Disputes (the "CASD" or "Centre") has now become more clear, efficient, and accessible to the Dubai public.

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Federal Supreme Court Rules On The 200% Penalty Cap: A Defining Moment For UAE Tax Penalties Regime

On 23 April 2025, the UAE's Federal Supreme Court issued a significant judgment in Administrative Appeal No. 337 of 2025 (Tax), clarifying the scope of administrative penalties under Article 24(4)...

United Arab Emirates Tax

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Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Recognition Of "Without Prejudice" In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Fenwick Elliott LLP

Reciprocity Of Foreign Judgements And Cross-Jurisdictional Litigation – From The UAE Perspective

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Electronic Tagging For Offenders In UAE (Video)

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Dr Hassan Elhais

What Are The Types Of Compensation In The UAE? (Video)

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Hierarchy In Family Court And The Process To Appeal

United Arab Emirates Family

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Enforcing Civil Judgments In The UAE: A Practical Guide Under Federal Decree-Law No. (42) Of 2022

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Hamdan AlShamsi Lawyers & Legal Consultants

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Personal Injury

What Are The Laws On Suicide Attempts In The UAE? (Video)

Dr. Hassan Elhais explains how under UAE law, committing suicide is a crime.

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Dr Hassan Elhais

From Accident To Advocacy: Dubai's Personal Injury Legal Experts

When life takes an unexpected turn and you find yourself facing the aftermath of an accident, you need compassionate support and fierce advocacy to protect your rights and seek justice.

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Moral Damages In UAE Law: A Recent Landmark Case

Moral damages, non-material or non-pecuniary damages, are a significant part of Federal Law No. 5/1985 on the Civil Transactions Law (Civil Code) in the UAE.

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Dr Hassan Elhais

What Legal Consequences Are Associated With Assault In The UAE? Understanding Violent Crimes

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Out Of Time? Limitation In Common And Civil Law And Enforcement Challenges

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Hamdan AlShamsi Lawyers & Legal Consultants

What Are The Jail Terms And Penalties For Abortion Cases In The UAE?

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

What Are The General Policies In Commercial Liabilities In The UAE?

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Legal Actions About Emotional Distress In The Country

United Arab Emirates Litigation

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Dr Hassan Elhais

High Court Finds Tort Jurisdictional Gateway Satisfied In Fraud Case Where Only Indirect Harm Suffered In England

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Herbert Smith Freehills

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Latest Videos

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What Are The Types Of Compensation In The UAE? (Video)

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Can You Use Whatsapp Messages As Evidence In UAE Courts? (Video)

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BSA Case Files: OCTAVIA Vs ASTALIA (Video)

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The Dispute Resolution Question Time 2019 (Video)

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Understanding The UAE's New Arbitration Law (Video)

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Clyde & Co

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