As the Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal adjourns Case No. 87 of 2023 to May 2, 2024, tension mounts around the fate of the accused in the ‘Justice and Dignity Committee’ Organisation trial. The courtroom, a stage for justice’s drama, witnessed a flurry of legal maneuvers and impassioned pleas. The accused, eighty-four in number, …
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In a defiant stance against the U.S. government’s allegations of anticompetitive behavior in the online advertising realm, Alphabet Inc’s Google has taken a bold step, urging a federal court in Virginia to dismiss the lawsuit. The Justice Department’s case, launched back in January 2023, accuses Google of leveraging its dominance in the digital advertising domain …
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In the bustling quarters of Riyadh, nestled amidst the digital revolution, lies the testament of Najiz – a platform that stands tall, witnessing a staggering influx of 23 million visitors from over 90 nations in the opening quarter of 2024. A beacon of digital prowess, Najiz, orchestrated by the Ministry of Justice, has embarked on …
In a decisive move to fortify legal safeguards, Saudi Arabia has greenlit the creation of the Center for the Protection of Whistleblowers, Witnesses, Experts, and Victims. Spearheaded by Saudi Attorney General Sheikh Saud Al-Muajab, this initiative finds its roots in Article Four of the groundbreaking Law for the Protection of Whistleblowers, Witnesses, Experts, and Victims. …
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In a dramatic legal clash unfolding in the bustling corridors of the High Court in London, pharmaceutical giants Moderna and Pfizer/BioNTech lock horns over the cherished patents that underpin their groundbreaking Covid vaccine technologies. At the heart of the dispute lies Moderna’s firm assertion that its American adversary Pfizer, in tandem with its German collaborator …
Amidst the winds of activism, Greta Thunberg, the 21-year-old Swedish icon of climate advocacy, finds herself entangled in legal wrangles once again. Swedish prosecutors have formally charged her with acts of civil disobedience stemming from her steadfast refusal to heed police orders during two climate protests staged outside Sweden’s parliament in March. A court clerk, …
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In a significant move, the Saudi Shoura Council has set its sights on updating the regulations governing premium residency within the kingdom. Led by Deputy Chairman Dr. Meshaal Al-Sulami, the council convened to deliberate on crucial updates aimed at streamlining the processes associated with premium residency. One of the primary objectives outlined during the session …
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As torrents descended upon Dubai’s streets, leaving a wake of plumbing woes and soggy walls, residents found themselves grappling with a pressing question: Who shoulders the burden of repair in such aqueous adversity? In the labyrinth of legalities that govern tenancy in the Emirate, clarity emerges from Law No. 26 of 2007, which delineates the …
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In a groundbreaking move, the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (MHRSD) unveiled its digital platform aimed at fostering amicable resolutions for labor disputes. This innovative system, dubbed the ‘Friendly Settlement’ service, marks a significant stride towards expeditious conflict resolution between workers and employers. Under this pioneering mechanism, the initial phase of adjudicating electronically …
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In a landmark move aimed at fortifying its position in the global commercial arbitration arena, the GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre has unleashed a wave of pioneering protocols, according to Dr. Kamal Al Hamad, the Centre’s Secretary General. A cornerstone of these protocols is the mandate for prospective arbitrators and experts to embark on an electronic …
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