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    Disruption Costs Claims: Why They Struggle, But Are Not Doomed To Fail.

    Disruption costs claims on construction projects are known to have a lower success rate than their rich cousin, the prolongation costs claim.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    ADG Legal
    ADG Legal
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    Dubai Strata Update - 13 January 2011 Deadline For Compliance With Disclosure Requirements Fast Approaching

    By now, most developers would be aware that the Directions issued by the Land Department under Law No 27 of 2007 concerning Ownership of Jointly Owned Properties in the Emirate of Dubai (the "Strata Law") placed a requirement on developers to comply with the Strata Law and register the necessary plans and documents with the Land Department by 13 October 2010.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
Clyde & Co
Clyde & Co
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    How To Manage Claims And Dispute Resolutions In Construction Sector?

    The construction industry is the very essence and backbone of the UAE's economy, with an estimated valuation of USD 101 billion in 2020 and is projected to reach a valuation of USD 133 billion by 2026.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Hassans
    Hassans
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    Terminating Construction Contracts For Convenience In The UAE

    Under the UAE Civil Code there are three ways to terminate a contract: by consent, by operation of law and by court order (Article 267).
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Al Tamimi
    Al Tamimi
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    UAE Law Proceedings On Latent Defects

    The serious defect resulted in damaging the walls and floor, thus, preventing the buyer from using his property neither from housing, renting, nor selling.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    The Legal Group
    The Legal Group
  • Article

    Understanding Developer Liability For Maintenance And Defect Costs After Property Handover

    When investing in off-plan properties, especially in jointly owned properties in Dubai, understanding a developer's responsibility for maintenance and defect rectification post-handover is crucial.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    Construction Industry: Is There A Role For The Use Of Generative AI In The Preparation And Assessment Of Construction Claims?

    For many reasons, delay and other issues are almost inevitable on a project. There will be claims, and in many projects, these are factually and technically complex...
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Norton Rose Fulbright
    Norton Rose Fulbright
  • Article

    Renegotiation - Should You Or Shouldn’t You?

    We have all heard the story before: a contractor on a development made a huge windfall when the price of steel and concrete plummeted as a result of the global economic slowdown.
    United Arab EmiratesEmployment and HR
    Al Tamimi & Company
    Al Tamimi & Company
  • Article

    Recognition Of "Without Prejudice" In The UAE

    The Dubai local onshore courts recently recognised and upheld the "without prejudice" principle, a principle previously not recognised. This marks a significant development to the approach taken...
    United Arab EmiratesLitigation, Mediation & Arbitration
    Fenwick Elliott LLP
    Fenwick Elliott LLP
  • Article

    Arbitration Saga For Small And Medium-Sized Subcontractors In The Construction Industry

    Small and medium-sized subcontractors often find themselves unable to recover monies owed to them by main contractors due to the high costs involved in legal proceedings.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    The Firm Dubai
    The Firm Dubai
  • Article

    Do FIDIC Rule Apply In Construction Contracts In UAE?

    FIDIC has a different category known as Rainbow suite for varied projects or contracts.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Dr Hassan Elhais
    Dr Hassan Elhais
  • Article

    The Letter Of Intent In The UAE – A Binding Contract?

    The use of LOIs as the basis for construction projects has mushroomed in the Gulf in rent years. However the practice carries a significant risk to the parties involved, who may end-up finding themselves in a legal predicament. Heba Osman, Partner, Fenwick Elliott LLP, writes.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Fenwick Elliott LLP
    Fenwick Elliott LLP
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    What Happens If A Party Opts Not To Participate In Arbitration Proceedings?

    In principle, when the parties agree to arbitrate, they shall be bound by that agreement. It should therefore follow that when a party initiates arbitration proceedings, the other party - the respondent – will avail itself of the opportunity to present its case and participate in the proceedings.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Fenwick Elliott LLP
    Fenwick Elliott LLP
  • Article

    Whose Fault Is It Anyway? A Perspective Into Force Majeure In The UAE

    The clauses of off plan real estate sales contracts in the UAE customarily contain "Force Majeure" clauses, however, they do not necessarily conform to the traditional concept of force majeure.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Hadef & Partners
    Hadef & Partners
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    Are We Seeing The End To Post Dated Cheques?

    When Dubai's property market was booming, it was not uncommon for developers to collect post dated cheques ("PDCs") from buyers as a method to secure future installments towards off-plan purchases.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Clyde & Co
    Clyde & Co
  • Article

    Legal Implications Of Design And Build Contracts: A Focus On Liability And Warranties

    Liabilities and warranties, especially in construction contracts depend upon the nature of the project and more importantly, the type of contract.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    HAS Law Firm
    HAS Law Firm
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    Dubai Overhauls Construction Sector With New Law To Regulate Contracting Activities: What Employers Need To Know

    Dubai has issued Law No. 7/2025 establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for contracting activities across the Emirate, including its free zones and special development areas.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Mayer Brown
    Mayer Brown
  • Article

    Settlement Of Disputes Arising From The Execution Of Contracts For The Construction Of Citizens' Homes In The Emirate Of Dubai

    In line with the wise directives of the Government of Dubai to enhance the efficiency of the legislative system and adopt alternative dispute resolution mechanisms...
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    ADG Legal
    ADG Legal
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    Dubai Law No. 7 Of 2025: Regulatory Shifts In The Contracting Sector

    Dubai has recently introduced Law No. 7 of 2025 ("the Law"), aimed at restructuring the regulation and management of construction and contracting activities across the Emirate.
    United Arab EmiratesReal Estate and Construction
    Charles Russell Speechlys Dubai
    Charles Russell Speechlys Dubai
  • Article

    Dubai Real Estate Alert: Executive Regulations to Law 13 Now in Force

    Executive Council Decree No 6 of 2010 ("Decree 6"), approving executive regulations to Dubai Law 13 of 2008 (as amended by Law 9 of 2009) ("Law 13"), has recently been published in the Dubai Government Gazette and is stated to take effect from 14 February 2010.
    United Arab EmiratesFood, Drugs, Healthcare, Life Sciences
    Clyde & Co
    Clyde & Co
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