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Just as threatening the title of this article may seem, the consequences of a returned cheque or a bounced cheque can be similar in UAE.

Force Majeure is a legal concept commonly included in economic and commercial contracts, which exempts parties from liability in the event of unforeseen natural disasters or incidents that disrupt the expected course of events, preventing them from fulfilling their contractual obligations.

Partial payments in commercial disputes require precise documentation to avoid unintended settlement or release of claims. This analysis examines how written agreements, payment allocation clauses, and release language determine whether an instalment reduces a debt or discharges the entire obligation under UAE law.

Many international investors enter into the Middle East market through joint ventures (JVs).

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...

Charging interest on a loan between individuals in a non-commercial relationship is a criminal offence in the UAE.

If a company in the United Arab Emirates wanted to buy authentic leather abroad, most likely they would start looking for sellers in Italy.

Arbitration process can be understood as an alternate dispute resolution process wherein the disputing parties voluntarily choose an arbitration forum for adjudication of their dispute...

Choosing a good lawyer in the UAE can be a confusing task, especially for expats not familiar with the local courts, the procedures in Arabic, free zone rules and the difference between legal advice and court representation.

The real estate market in Dubai is governed by a robust legal framework that ensures transparency and fairness in property transactions. One of the pivotal components of this framework is Contract Type...

A common scenario: the Employer is not happy with the Contractor’s performance, whether because of failure to perform the works in the manner provided for in the Contract or because of some other breach of the Contract.

Corporate guarantees are a cornerstone of commercial and financial transactions in the UAE. Whether used to secure the obligations of a group company, support a financing arrangement, or backstop a supply or services...

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has a new Commercial Companies Law (Federal Law No. 2 of 2015), enacted on 1 April 2015, which came into force on 1 July 2015.

The Abu Dhabi Global Market ("ADGM") has introduced a regulatory framework governing the appointment of Company Service Providers ("CSPs") by special purpose vehicles ("SPVs") and foundations.

Dubai International Financial Centre, commonly known as DIFC, is one of the UAE’s most recognized financial and commercial hubs. It has its own legal and regulatory framework, its own courts, and an English-language...

A foreign branch can be converted into an LLC in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, but it is not a simple amendment. The process involves re-registering the business as a separate legal entity, transferring contracts, employees and licences, and restructuring ownership. This shift allows businesses to ring-fence liability, improve operational flexibility and align with long-term expansion plans.