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The Challenge of Resolving Complex Family Inheritance Disputes

2023 transforms family inheritance disputes in Dubai. Explore legal complexities and recent legislative changes.

UAE Commercial Invoice Attestation: Deadline and Penalties

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Cabinet Resolution No. (38) of 2022 has mandated the attestation of commercial invoices for imported goods valued at 10,000 AED or more. This new regulation, which comes into force on September 15, 2023, aims to ensure transparency and regulatory compliance in the country’s import processes. Failure to adhere […]

Legal Consequences and Penalty for Driving Someone Else’s Car in the UAE

From a legal standpoint within Dubai, part of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Driving Someone Else’s Car without explicit permission from the owner is a clear violation of the law. Local authorities in Dubai consistently stress the illegality of such actions, highlighting the gravity of the consequences under Dubai’s legal framework. Individuals caught operating a […]

Inheritance Laws for Non-Muslims in the UAE – An Overview from a Legal Perspective

In every jurisdiction, legal frameworks define the rights and statuses of its inhabitants. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the intricacies of inheritance for non-Muslims find their origins in Islamic Sharia law. Sharia, predominantly extracted from the Quran and the Sunnah (the teachings of Prophet Muhammad PBUH[1]), serves as the foundational basis for inheritance and […]

Men’s Rights in Divorce in the UAE: Addressing Abuse and Unfair Treatment from a Legal Perspective

In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), divorce is a legal process that can be fraught with complexities, particularly when one party has experienced abuse and unfair treatment within the marriage. This article, aims to shed light on men’s rights in divorce in the UAE, with a focus on situations where husbands have been subjected to abuse […]