Is cyber bullying treated as a criminal offense in the UAE?
With the advancement of technology, the drawbacks of the excessive use of the internet, such as cyber bullying, hacking, online frauds, etc. is also coming to light. Cyber bullying is commonly understood as targeting, harassing, or threatening others on the internet by sending negative, false or harmful text or messages, sharing images or content without …
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Learn More About Adoption in The UAE
Adoption is not specifically recognized under the UAE Laws. However, Federal Law No. 1/2012 Concerning the Custody of Children of Unknown Parentage (Custody Law) and the Federal Law No. 3/2016 On Child’s Rights (Wadeema’s Law) provide protection and care for children of unknown parentage in the UAE.
How Do I Report False Accusations in a Court Case? – Part II
As discussed in our previous article, the offence of filing false complaints is criminalized in the UAE under Articles 324 and 325 of the UAE Penal Code. This has been done to maintain justice in the community.
How Do I Report False Accusations in a Court Case? – Part I
The United Arab Emirates criminalizes filing false complaints if the complainant knows that the crime has not been committed. The punishment could vary between a fine or a jail sentence and this depends on the discretion of the courts. To consider whether a case for false complaint is to be filed, it will be required …
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Gender equality in public contract
GENDER EQUALITY IN THE LEGISLATIVE DECREE 18th APRILE 2016 NO. 50 (PUBLIC CONTRACTS CODE) In Italy, the Public Contracts Code (hereinafter also “PCC”) is a tool through which the Law-Maker can impose virtuous practices on the companies, at least in the performance of the public contracts. And in fact, all participants in public tenders must …
The Turkish Competition Board’s Approach towards the Full-Functionality of JVs Takes a Turn with Its Latest Decision Concerning the Acquisition of Sewing Machine Business of Melco
The Turkish Competition Board (“Board”) published its latest reasoned decision concerning the acquisition of joint control over the industrial sewing machine business (“Target Business”) of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (“Melco”) by Juki Corporation (“Juki”) and Melco[1]. The Board evaluated that the transaction concerning the acquisition of joint control by Juki over the Target Business, which was …
In re Hiveloop Technology Pvt. Ltd. vs Britannia Industries Ltd.: CCI Acknowledges Manufacturer’s Right to Select Distributors
The Competition Commission of India (CCI/ Commission), vide its order dated 16th June 2022, dismissed the allegations of ‘refusal to deal’ filed by Hiveloop Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru (Informant) against Britannia Industries Ltd.(Britannia) because the Commission did not find any merit in the submissions on the aspect of ‘discrimination’. The Competition Act, 2002 (Act) guarantees …
Turkish Healthcare Agency Publishes Guidelines on Homeopathic Products
The Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (“Agency“) published the Guideline on License Application for Homeopathic Medicinal Products (“Guideline on Licensing”)[1] and the Guideline on the Packaging, Homeopathic Medicinal Product Information, Legibility and Tracking of Homeopathic Medicinal Products (“Guideline on Packaging”)[2] on March 15, 2022. Both Guidelines are based on Homeopathic Medicinal Products Licensing Regulation …
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The Importance of Trade Unions and Their Role in Social Protection at Times of Crisis
Introduction The historical role played by trade unions is undeniable, particularly in the context of collective bargaining and the resolution of collective labour disputes. In fact, not only the union movements, but also (and especially) collective bargaining, have led to the acquisition of numerous rights and a more appropriate adjustment of government rules to the …
Giambrone & Partners successfully combats Crypto fraud with a Ground-breaking Judgment at the High Court
Crypto fraud seems to be expanding exponentially with a reported 58 per cent increase in crypto theft in the past 12 months according to a report by cyber security firm NordVPN Giambrone & Partners banking and financial fraud litigation team has developed a novel strategy that has resulted in a ground-breaking Judgment in the High …