How can Residents and Visitors Bring Controlled Medicines into the UAE?
Introduction: The Federal Decree-Law No. 30/2021 on Combating Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances provides the legal framework for the control of narcotics and psychotropic substances in the UAE.
What Are the Key Laws Governing Inheritance for Non-Muslims in Dubai?
Introduction: In recent years, Dubai has established robust legal frameworks to accommodate the diverse population of non-Muslim residents in matters of inheritance and estate planning.
Understanding Civil Marriage Law in Abu Dhabi
Introduction: In 2021, Abu Dhabi introduced a landmark legal reform with the issuance of Law No. 14 of 2021, which introduced the concept of civil marriage in the UAE.
Understanding Third-Party Liability in UAE Space Law.
Introduction: The UAE has taken a significant step forward in regulating space activities with Cabinet Decision No. 20/2023 on the Regulation for Ensuring Compensation of the Damage Caused to Third Parties While Practising Space Activities and Other Activities Related to the Space Sector.
Personal Data Infringement and Protection Under UAE Laws
Introduction: Data protection is paramount for preserving individual privacy and ensuring the responsible handling of personal information. In the UAE,
Off-Plan Property Delays in UAE: What Are the Legal Rights of a Buyer?
Introduction: The off-plan property market in Dubai has been a magnet for investors, promising profitable returns and a vibrant real estate landscape.
New Amendments to the UAE Banking Law: Enhancing Efficiency and Stability
Introduction: In recent years, the UAE has continuously updated its legal framework to enhance regulatory oversight and adapt to global financial trends.
New UAE Maritime Law: Key Changes and Implications
Introduction: The UAE has introduced a new maritime law, Federal Decree-Law No. 43 of 2023, which will take effect at the end of March 2024.
Avoiding Double Taxation: The UAE’s Legal Framework for Mitigating International Tax Liabilities
Introduction: Double taxation arises when the same income is taxed in two different jurisdictions, potentially leading to excessive tax burdens for individuals and businesses.
UAE Implements Revised Penalties and Amendments Under Consumer Protection Law
Introduction: The Ministry of Economy in the UAE has recently introduced a comprehensive list of violations under Cabinet Decision No. 66/2023 concerning the Executive Regulation of Federal Law No. 15/2020 on Consumer Protection.