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Termination And Employee Rights In UAE Free Zones

Employment contracts in free zones are issued and attested by the relevant free zone authority, not by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE).

United Arab Emirates Employment

HA

HAS Law Firm

UAE Company WPS Block: What They Mean And How Businesses Can Resolve Them

A WPS block in the UAE can restrict a company’s ability to process work permits, visas and other MoHRE services. These blocks usually arise when salary payments are delayed, processed outside approved WPS channels or incorrectly reported, even where employees have already been paid.

United Arab Emirates Employment

TS

The Sovereign Group

Can An Employer Keep Your Passport In The UAE? Here's What The Law Says

For many expatriate workers in the UAE, handing over a passport to an employer may seem routine, but it is strictly prohibited under UAE law.

United Arab Emirates Employment

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

The Legal Framework Of Non-Competition Clauses Under UAE Law

The United Arab Emirates has established itself as a prime investment destination, attracting a diverse workforce and intensifying labor market competition. As employment opportunities expand...

United Arab Emirates Employment

HA

HAS Law Firm

Recruitment Obligations Under UAE Labour Law

United Arab Emirates Employment

HA

HAS Law Firm

Workplace Investigations Under UAE Labour Law: A Substantive Requirement, Not A Procedural Form

United Arab Emirates Employment

HM

Habib Al Mulla and Partners

UAE Private Sector Employees Should Prepare For MoHRE Inspections

United Arab Emirates Employment

TS

The Sovereign Group

Regulations Impacting The Operation Of Restaurants In The UAE: An Insight Into The Legal Framework

United Arab Emirates Consumer

HA

HAS Law Firm

How Dubai Police Are Cracking Down On Scams Involving Real Company Names – But Fake Jobs

United Arab Emirates Immigration

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

DIFC Employment Law: Legislative Insight

United Arab Emirates Employment

HA

HAS Law Firm

Egypt's Court Of Cassation Draws A Red Line: Arbitration Clauses In Employment Contracts Declared Void

United Arab Emirates Employment

HM

Habib Al Mulla and Partners

United Arab Emirates Employment

HA

HAS Law Firm

Enforceability And Limits Of Non-Compete Clauses Under The New UAE Labour Law

United Arab Emirates Employment

BA

BSA Law

Employment Of Domestic Workers In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Employment

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Dubai’s Derivatives Framework: VARA Is Now Open For Crypto Futures, Perps, Options And CFDs

United Arab Emirates Finance

TLP Advisors

Trust vs. Foundation: Key Differences In Wealth Planning (Video)

United Arab Emirates Wealth Mgt

CA

Cavenwell Group

Family Constitutions In India: The Legal Compass For Trusts, NRI Heirs And Succession Governance

United Arab Emirates Government

DV

Dolce Vita Advisors

UAE Pioneers AI-driven Transformation Of Competition Enforcement

United Arab Emirates Anti-trust

BF

BREMER LF WLL

National Anti Narcotics Authority (Video)

United Arab Emirates Criminal

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Simplifying Manager Appointments And Tightening Signatory Rules: New Ministerial Decision Brings Clarity

On 10 July 2025, the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion ("MOCIIP") issued Ministerial Decision No. 245/2025, amending Ministerial Resolution No. 146/2021...

United Arab Emirates Commercial

BA

BSA Law

Abu Dhabi Court Awards 13 Years' Worth Of Unused Leave: A Landmark Shift In UAE Labor Law Interpretation

In a ruling that could reshape how employers in the UAE manage leave entitlements, the Abu Dhabi Court of Cassation has awarded an employee compensation for 13 years' worth of unused annual leave...

United Arab Emirates Employment

HM

Habib Al Mulla and Partners

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

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Why Hiring A Lawyer In Abu Dhabi Is Essential For Your Business

In the current competitive business world, legal know-how is not a luxury but a necessity.

United Arab Emirates Commercial

ML

MIO Law Firm

Termination Of Employment In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Employment

GI

GRATA International

ADGM's New Employment Regulations: An Alignment With Global Standards

United Arab Emirates Employment

TLP Advisors

Understanding Business Regulations And Bonuses Under UAE Labor Law

United Arab Emirates Employment

SP

Sohaibani & Partners

Key Provisions Of The Newly Issued ADGM Employment Regulations 2024

United Arab Emirates Employment

BA

BSA Law

Saudi Labour Law – Developments In 2024

United Arab Emirates Employment

Dentons

Dubai Court Embraces Crypto: Employment Salaries May Now Be Payable In Cryptocurrencies

United Arab Emirates Technology

TLP Advisors

End Of Service Benefits In The UAE – A Complete Guide 2024

United Arab Emirates Employment

TS

The Sovereign Group

UAE's Cryptocurrency Salary Revolution: A 2024 Legal Milestone

United Arab Emirates Technology

RAALC

How Labour Lawyers Can Help Resolve Employment Disputes Effectively?

United Arab Emirates Employment

ML

MIO Law Firm

How Can Your Son Stay In The UAE After Graduation? Understanding The Visa Procedure

United Arab Emirates Immigration

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

End Of Service Benefits In The UAE – A Complete Guide 2024

All full-time employees working in the UAE, whether UAE nationals or foreign employees, are entitled to receive ‘end of service benefits' at the end of service, subject to conditions, under Article 51...

United Arab Emirates Employment

TS

The Sovereign Group

UAE's Cryptocurrency Salary Revolution: A 2024 Legal Milestone

The United Arab Emirates (UAE), long recognized for its forward-thinking economic policies and commitment to modernization, has once again made history, this time in the realm of digital finance.

United Arab Emirates Technology

RAALC

How Labour Lawyers Can Help Resolve Employment Disputes Effectively?

Employment disputes form part and parcel of workplace culture, and they are likely to be on matters of wrongful dismissal, discrimination, unpaid wages, or contractual disagreement.

United Arab Emirates Employment

ML

MIO Law Firm

How Can Your Son Stay In The UAE After Graduation? Understanding The Visa Procedure

Graduation marks an exciting milestone for students in the UAE, opening doors to numerous opportunities.

United Arab Emirates Immigration

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Can An Employer Take Legal Action Against An Ex-Employee Who Directed Clients To Other Firms?

United Arab Emirates Employment

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

10 Key Clauses In Employment Contracts With Expatriates In Mainland UAE

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the legal framework governing employment relationships is established by Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021...

United Arab Emirates Employment

KL

Integriti Law

UAE Visa & Residence Permit In 2024: Types, Procedures & Benefits

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has an extensive and diverse visa system designed to accommodate various needs for work, study, business, tourism, and residency.

United Arab Emirates Immigration

A|

AGPLAW | A.G. Paphitis & Co. LLC

A Guide To UAE Employment Law: Protect Your Rights And Compliance

Employment law plays a crucial role in regulating the relationships between employers and employees, ensuring a well-functioning labour market and promoting a healthy work environment.

United Arab Emirates Employment

AK

Al Kabban & Associates

Navigating Non-Compete Clauses In The UAE: Balancing Employee Rights And Business Interests

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a prime destination for investors due to its advanced infrastructure and a legal framework that fosters growth.

United Arab Emirates Employment

HA

HAS Law Firm

ADGM's Al Reem Island Expansion: Considerations For Existing Businesses

United Arab Emirates Commercial

Dentons

Labour and Employment Comparative Guide

United Arab Emirates Employment

Clyde & Co LLP

Dubai To Integrate Work And Residency Visa Processing On New 'Work Bundle' Platform

United Arab Emirates Immigration

TS

The Sovereign Group

Part-Time Employment Under The UAE Labour Law: Understanding Rights And Regulations

United Arab Emirates Employment

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

The New DIFC Amendment Laws For 2024

United Arab Emirates Employment

HA

HAS Law Firm

Mandatory UAE National Pensions – GPSSA And ADPF

United Arab Emirates Employment

TS

The Sovereign Group

Does UAE Labour Law Guarantee Maternity Leave For Female Employees, Even If Their Contract Doesn't Include It?

United Arab Emirates Employment

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

The M&A Lifecycle Part 2 – Due Diligence

United Arab Emirates Commercial

GW

Gowling WLG

Let's Talk About The Employment Laws And Contracts In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Employment

VikneshYap

What Grounds Can An Employee Sue If The Company Fails To Compensate For Additional Expenses?

United Arab Emirates Employment

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Confidentiality Violations In The UAE: Legal Implications For Employees

United Arab Emirates Employment

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

New Employment Contract For UAE National Students

United Arab Emirates Employment

AT

Al Tamimi & Company

What You Need To Know About Employee Visa Cancellation After The Final Decision?

United Arab Emirates Immigration

AM

Dr. Hassan Elhais

Disciplinary Action And Arbitrary Dismissal In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Employment

BA

BSA Law

Top 5 Differences Of The New Labour Law

United Arab Emirates Employment

HA

HAS Law Firm

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