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TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS IN THE UAE

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy | July 15, 2025

The UAE traffic laws are stipulated under Federal Decree Law No. 14 of 2024. These laws are applicable throughout the UAE, across the seven Emirates. It is important to follow these rules to ensure the safety of road users and to avoid incurring hefty fines and penalties. Repetition of offences generally lead to aggravated penalties. …

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IS DIVORCE THROUGH WHATSAPP VALID UNDER UAE LAW?

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy | July 15, 2025

In the UAE, divorce and related matters are governed by the UAE family Law. Due to the presence of various communities coexisting in the country, the UAE government has enacted separate laws for Muslim and non-Muslim citizens and residents. Thus, the UAE family law is provided under three main laws. Federal Decree Law No. 41 …

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ARE APARTMENT PARTITIONS ALLOWED UNDER UAE LAW?

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy | July 15, 2025

With an enormous population of expatriates in the UAE, a large number of people choose to live in co-living spaces as they are an economical option. Although co living is not banned as per federal or local laws, one must take safety regulations and the tenancy agreement into consideration before choosing co-living options.

Diya or blood money: Crimes and Punishment under UAE Law.

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy | July 14, 2025

Introduction: Federal Decree-Law No. (31) of 2021 (Penal Code) governs Diya crimes and penalties in the UAE. In accordance with Article 1 of the UAE penal code, the Islamic Sharia principles may be applied to crimes including revenge (qisas) and blood money (Diya). The punishments for additional offenses will be determined in accordance with the …

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Unauthorized Travel with Minor: The New Family Law Imposes Criminal Sanctions on Violators

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy | July 14, 2025

The United Arab Emirates has recently passed a new personal status law, namely the Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 (“Law”) that has brought about significant changes to the personal laws applicable to Muslim in the UAE, both nationals and expatriates. Although the Law was issued in October 2024, it will be enforced six …

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What legal actions can the bank take if the customer defaults on a loan in the UAE?

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy | July 10, 2025

Introduction: Defaulting on a bank loan in the UAE is regulated by the Commercial Code (federal decree-law No. (50) of 2022) and the Civil Procedure Law (federal decree-law No. (42) of 2022). Further, the Central Bank of UAE issued Loan Agreement Notice No. 3692/2012 of the personal loan agreement. This notice stipulates the terms and …

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Understanding the New Civil Defence Authority and Its Regulations

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy | July 10, 2025

Introduction The UAE has issued a new civil defence law which is governed by federal decree-law No. (35) of 2024 on the reorganization of the civil defence authority. This new civil defence law aimed at strengthening emergency response and disaster management.

Medical Negligence And It’s Liabilities Under UAE Law

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy | July 8, 2025

Medical practitioners form one of the most important professions in the world. The significance of this profession results in a high number of responsibilities on individuals in the medical field. The UAE Government has enacted various legislations to regulate medical practice. Federal Decree Law No. 4 of 2016 on Medical Liability (“Law”) is one of …

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CHANGES UNDER THE NEW PERSONAL STATUS LAW

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy | May 22, 2025

PART 1 | TERMINATION OF MARRIAGE INTRODUCTION The UAE has issued a new personal status law, namely, Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 on the Issuance of the Personal Status Law, on the 1st of October, 2024 which will come into effect on the 15th of April 2025.

UAE’s New Maritime Law: The Process of Chartering a Ship

Awatif Mohammad Shoqi Advocates & Legal Consultancy | May 22, 2025

Recently, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) updated and improved its maritime laws in order to strengthen the role that the maritime industry sector plays in international trade. Federal Decree-Law No. (43) of 2023 on Maritime Law (UAE New Maritime Law) has replaced earlier law.

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