How can arbitration be enforced?
An arbitration proceeding is similar to traditional court litigation in many ways. However, it has many advantages to offer in comparison to traditional litigation. An Arbitration procedure is private and confidential and, in many ways, faster and less expensive when compared to traditional litigation channels. For these advantages, companies often prefer to choose arbitration proceedings …
UAE : Highlights on penalties for use, possession of narcotics and illegal substances
All citizens, residents and tourists to the United Arab Emirates must be aware of the non-tolerance for drugs in the region. The UAE has a strict drug policy and laws in place which enforce ‘zero tolerance’ for drugs. In this article, we would highlight the main provisions of the UAE drugs law and the applicable …
Facing a Rent Increase? Know your rights and options legally
In Dubai, the rental increase is subject to the provisions of Decree number 43 of 2013, determining the rent increase for real property in the emirates of Dubai (the “Decree”).
GDPR decisions – September 2021
WhatsApp fined EUR 225 million for inadequate information In 2018, the Irish Data Protection Commission initiated extensive investigations on whether WhatsApp complied with the transparency principle. The DPC examined whether WhatsApp observed its obligations under the GDPR regarding compliance of the obligation to inform and the transparency in the obligation to inform towards users and …
Setting up a Regional Office (RO) in Thailand
Under the Thai Foreign Business Act (“FBA”), A.D. 1999, foreigners who engage in certain business sectors, including any service business, require a Foreign Business License (“FBL”) to operate legally. However, under the new Ministerial Regulation of the Ministry of Commerce, a Regional Office is not considered a restricted business under the Foreign Business Act (FBA). …
Continue reading “Setting up a Regional Office (RO) in Thailand”
Delicate Balance of Doing Complete Justice- Supreme Court’s Judgment in NHAI v. M. Hakeem
Introduction The Supreme Court of India has passed a judgment in a batch of over 50 appeals on the question as to whether the Courts are empowered to modify an arbitral award under Section 34 of the Arbitration & Conciliation Act, 1996 (“Arbitration Act”) when they are adjudicating an application for setting aside an award …
Paternity Leave in Malta: Is Change Around the Corner?
Gender equality is a core principle in this day and age. From an employment perspective, gender equality is not only about lessening the pay gap, but also about treating both genders equally and ensuring that every individual has access to the same equal opportunities. Despite being in the 21st century, gender inequality remains one of …
Continue reading “Paternity Leave in Malta: Is Change Around the Corner?”
NEW TAX ALLEVIATION MEASURES UNDER THE PANDEMIC
The pandemic context and its economic implications prompted in 2020 and 2021 several legislative measures to alleviate fiscal burden both through tax facilities, such as amnesties or regulation of new cases and conditions for debt rescheduling, and through amendments concerning deductibility for tax purposes. This type of measures fall under the scope of the newly …
Continue reading “NEW TAX ALLEVIATION MEASURES UNDER THE PANDEMIC”
Is it possible for foreign investors to have a big loan?
The United Arab Emirates has consistently sought to develop the UAE into a pro-business region and to have the best of facilities and policies that encourage foreign direct investments. The UAE has progressed in leaps and bounds and has established itself on the global page. It no longer identifies itself as an economy that is …
Continue reading “Is it possible for foreign investors to have a big loan?”
Can a residential property landlord refuse payment for a breach of contract and evict you?
Residential property leases in Dubai are subject to the Law No. (26) of 2007 on ‘Regulating the Relationship between Landlords and Tenants in the Emirate of Dubai’ (“Tenancy Law”). It is critical to bear in mind that a lease agreement entered into between a landlord and tenant constitutes a binding and enforceable agreement between the …