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A new anti-harassment law in Saudi Arabia has significant implications for employers in the Kingdom. Marc Saroufim, Head of Corporate in Saudi Arabia at BSA Ahmad Bin Hezeem & Associates LLP examines key considerations.

Labour disputes in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are governed by Federal Decree-Law No. 33/2021 On Regulation of Labour Relations, which came into effect on 2 February 2022.

The UAE's food and beverage industry operates under a comprehensive legal framework spanning federal and emirate-level regulations.

The UAE's emergence as a global talent hub has created unprecedented opportunities for employers, but hiring from competitors carries significant legal risks. From non-compete obligations and confidentiality duties to the complexities of rapid expansion through PEO arrangements, understanding these legal challenges is essential for businesses seeking to attract and retain top talent while protecting themselves from costly disputes.

The UAE's employment landscape is robust, allowing employees to move between jobs and fostering a competitive and dynamic market.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights came into existence 70 years ago, but the fundamental provision of the historic document is very much relevant today.

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

Under Federal Law No. 8 of 1980 Regarding the Organisation of Labour Relations, as amended, employers may issue employees with either a limited term contract or an unlimited term contract.

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), on September 14, 2018, issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking setting the standard for determining the existence of joint-employer relationships.

We have outlined below the key changes forming part of the new employment law framework.

Changes to the way employment in the private sector operates, such as flexible working and shared jobs, will be introduced on February 2, 2022.

Educational reform has become a national priority for most governments in the MENA region.

After much anticipation, the new Labour Law was issued on July 25th, 2023, through Royal Decree 53/2003 ("New Law"). This comprehensive legislation introduces a myriad of enhanced benefits...

The promotion of women in the workplace has been on the international corporate agenda for some time.

The UAE leads the GCC region with its robust framework of employee leave entitlements, provided for under Articles 28 to 32 of the UAE Federal Labour Law (Decree Law No. 33 of 2021) and it's 2022 Executive Regulations, which govern the labour rights of employees in the private sector.

On 5 December 2017, over 17 years after the 1st edition, the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC) published the second editions of its Rainbow Suite of contracts.

A Dubai Court of Cassation ruling confirms that UAE employers cannot escape labour law obligations simply because formal MOHRE employment contracts were never executed. In a dispute involving AED 688,000 in claims, the court held that employment relationships may be proven through all legally recognised evidence, and that regulatory non-compliance by employers does not eliminate employee rights under UAE labour law.