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ARTICLE · 01 FEBRUARY 2012

Marriage Dissolution: Compensation

Dr Hassan Elhais
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The dissolution of a marriage is a legal act that may not coincide with the emotional tearing asunder. Divorce is typically a painful process for all concerned.

United Arab EmiratesFamily and Matrimonial

The dissolution of a marriage is a legal act that may not coincide with the emotional tearing asunder. Divorce is typically a painful process for all concerned. While it can take adults time to regain psychological equilibrium, there is also a threat to be involved in a court proceeding story claiming for compensation for children's maintenance and support. However different jurisdictions have different solutions to the issue. In this article we will describe the question under Dubai and UAE Laws.

Introduction

The United Arab Emirates is made up of Seven Emirates, of which Dubai is one. The UAE has a unified Federal court system which applies to five of the seven Emirates. Dubai is not one of these, and although it must apply the same Federal laws, it maintains its own court system. The Dubai courts have three facets: civil, criminal and Sharia courts. These three facets are further divided into separate courts. The Shari'a courts deal with personal status matters

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