🇦🇪UAE Legal News

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. …

Safe Haven: Saudi Arabia Establishes Shield for Informants and Witnesses Read More »

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 …

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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 …

Dubai Deliberations: Landlord’s Liability in Rain-Damaged Apartments Read More »

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 …

Labor Disputes Navigate to Court After 21-Day Mediation Window Read More »

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 …

Revolutionizing Commercial Arbitration: GCC Centre Implements Stringent Protocols Read More »

In a courtroom drama echoing the political turbulence of South Africa, the Durban high court handed a resounding victory to the uMkhonto we Sizwe (MK) party, backed by the enigmatic figure of former president Jacob Zuma. This legal skirmish marks another chapter in the ongoing saga of conflicts between Zuma and his erstwhile political home, …

Zuma’s Party Triumphs: Court Grants Trademark Victory Over ANC Read More »

In the solemn halls of a New York courtroom, a once-mighty figure now sits, a silent observer to his own narrative unfolding in the annals of history. Donald Trump, the former US president and Republican nominee for the presidency, finds himself entangled in a legal labyrinth, his aura of invincibility tested amidst accusations and revelations. …

Trump’s Courtroom Odyssey: A Brooding Spectacle of Power and Tabloid Tales Read More »

Cairo, April 23, 2024 – Tomorrow marks the fifth rendezvous of a joint committee comprising experts and representatives hailing from justice and interior ministries, in addition to vested entities across member states, set to convene at the Arab League headquarters. Their aim? To delve into the intricacies of the “Arab Advisory Draft Law to Prevent …

Arab Nations Unite to Combat Hate Speech: Draft Law Under Scrutiny Read More »