Dubai court revises visitation days in child custody case due to father’s work schedule
A father’s work schedule became a key factor in a Dubai child visitation case after a court revised the weekly access arrangement, according to a legal consultant. Hassan Elhais, a legal consultant at Amal Al Rashedi Lawyers and Legal Consultants, said the father had approached the court seeking more time with his son, including regular weekly visits and access to school-related information.
Private Whatsapp chats, forwards not exempt from cybercrime laws: UAE lawyers
Residents who use social media apps like WhatsApp daily for family, school, and community groups are cautioned that private chats are not exempt from the UAE’s cybercrime laws. Lawyers say many people unknowingly break the law by forwarding unverified content or sharing images without consent.
Can your job cost you child custody? Dubai court ruling explains when it might
Dubai: A mother has lost custody of her two daughters after Dubai’s highest court ruled that the children’s welfare must take precedence over the interests of either parent, affirming a decision to transfer their care to their father. In a final judgment, the Dubai Court of Cassation rejected the mother’s appeal, finding no legal fault …
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Dubai court: WhatsApp chats must be examined in divorce cases
Dubai court tightens rules on WhatsApp evidence in family law disputes Dubai: Court of Cassation in Dubai has ruled that WhatsApp messages must be carefully examined in divorce disputes when presented as evidence, underscoring their potential legal weight in family law proceedings.
Dubai court rejects Dh300,000 rent claim in divorce villa dispute
Dubai: The Court of Cassation has upheld a lower court ruling rejecting a husband’s claim for Dh300,000 in rent compensation in a post-divorce dispute over a villa, reaffirming that civil liability claims must be supported by clear and substantive evidence. The case involved former spouses disputing rights over a villa registered in the wife’s name. …
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UAE issues new rules on underage marriage approvals
The UAE has tightened regulations governing marriages involving individuals under the age of 18, introducing stricter approval conditions and enhanced judicial oversight under a revised legal framework. Under the updated provisions, it remains prohibited to register a marriage contract for anyone below 18 years, male or female, unless authorised by a competent court. However, the …
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Fraud in UAE: How to Identify Scams and Protect Your Rights
Fraud in the UAE is becoming more complex, with individuals and companies being victims to phishing emails, false investment schemes and fake phone calls. It is illegal for unlicensed companies to make anonymous calls about financial products, but scammers are taking advantage of the hyper-digital environment of the country to steal personal and financial information. Understanding the fraud meaning and what fraud looks …
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Your Complete Guide to Illegal Drugs in Dubai: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes
Illegal drugs in Dubai are not just cocaine or heroin. Medications for the common cold and sleeping pills can get you into serious legal trouble. Indeed, Dubai has some of the strictest drug policies in the world, where even small amounts of prohibited drugs can lead to imprisonment, large fines, or deportation. Medications that are legal in your home country might …
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How to Handle Breach of Trust Cases in Dubai: Expert Guide from a Lawyer in UAE
Breach of trust can affect seriously to a company’s assets, reputation and operating environment. This is an offence punishable where a person abuses a position of trust to misappropriate, misuse or damage property entrusted legally to that particular person.