The UAE traffic laws are governed by Federal Decree Law No. 14 of 2024 on Traffic Regulation (“Law”). This Law lays down extensive provisions regarding the usage of public roads, the proper conduct of drivers of vehicles,...more
8/5/2025
/ Auto Insurance ,
Driver's Licenses ,
Fines ,
Inspections ,
Liability ,
Motor Vehicles ,
New Legislation ,
Penalties ,
Registration Requirement ,
Regulatory Authority ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
Safety Inspections ,
Traffic Laws ,
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
With the rise in social media usage and the comfort with which people are expressing their thoughts and views on social media, many users do not realize the real-life implications of their online activities. Time and again,...more
7/28/2025
/ Criminal Prosecution ,
Cyber Crimes ,
Damages ,
Defamation ,
Derogation ,
Invasion of Privacy ,
Penalties ,
Privacy Laws ,
Social Media ,
Telecommunications ,
United Arab Emirates (UAE) ,
WhatsApp
The New Dubai Emblem Law (Law No. (1) of 2025) was implemented by the government of Dubai to regulate the use of emblems for the Emirate of Dubai and the government of Dubai. The new law repealed the previous law, Law No....more
7/23/2025
/ Compliance ,
Dubai ,
Enforcement ,
Government Agencies ,
Heritage & Culture ,
Infringement ,
Intellectual Property Protection ,
New Legislation ,
Penalties ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
Trademarks
Parents are the foremost guardians in a child’s life, nourishing and protecting them during the most vulnerable stages. Parents are expected to be loving, kind and understanding of their children’s needs. However, in rare...more
Medical practitioners form one of the most important professions in the world. The significance of this profession results in a high number of responsibilities on individuals in the medical field. The UAE Government has...more
7/8/2025
/ Health Care Providers ,
Healthcare ,
Hospitals ,
Medical Malpractice ,
Medical Negligence ,
Negligence ,
Patient Privacy Rights ,
Penalties ,
Physicians ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
A nation's reputation is crucial, and the UAE has implemented strong legislation to address these issues under the Federal Law No. (34) of 2021 (cybercrimes law). These laws specifically target online activities concerning...more
7/3/2025
/ Criminal Prosecution ,
Cyber Attacks ,
Cyber Crimes ,
Data Breach ,
Data Security ,
Defamation ,
Enforcement Actions ,
Fraud ,
Government Agencies ,
Hackers ,
National Security ,
Online Platforms ,
Penalties ,
Websites
Digital currency, or cryptocurrency, is an alternative payment method developed with encryption methods. Encryption technology enables cryptocurrencies to act as both a currency and a virtual accounting system. The use and...more
In today's world, violations of individual privacy and secret disclosure are a serious problem. It may be eavesdropping, interception, recording, and the spreading of personal information without the consent of the other...more
5/20/2025
/ Banking Sector ,
Cyber Crimes ,
Cybersecurity ,
Data Privacy ,
Disclosure Requirements ,
Enforcement ,
Medical Records ,
Penalties ,
Personal Information ,
Popular ,
Privacy Laws ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
In the UAE, it is legally permissible for banks to close a customer’s account if multiple checks are returned due to insufficient funds. All the banks and financial institutions in the UAE are regulated by the Central Bank of...more
Federal Decree-Law No. (31) of 2021 (Penal Code) governs Diya crimes and penalties in the UAE.
In accordance with Article 1 of the UAE penal code, the Islamic Sharia principles may be applied to crimes including revenge...more
The United Arab Emirates has recently passed a new personal status law, namely the Federal Decree Law No. 41 of 2024 (“Law”) that has brought about significant changes to the personal laws applicable to Muslim in the UAE,...more
4/15/2025
/ Child Custody ,
Criminal Penalties ,
Criminal Sanctions ,
Divorce ,
International Travel ,
Legal Custody ,
Minor Children ,
Minors ,
Parental Consent ,
Penalties ,
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
The UAE has issued a new civil defence law which is governed by federal decree-law No. (35) of 2024 on the reorganization of the civil defence authority. This new civil defence law aimed at strengthening emergency response...more
In the UAE, non-citizens constitute approximately 70% of the country’s population. This is made up of residents and tourists present in the country. People arriving in the UAE for the purpose of tourism, enter on a tourist...more
1/28/2025
/ Criminal Prosecution ,
Debtors ,
Dubai ,
Enforcement Actions ,
Foreign Nationals ,
Non-Citizens ,
Penalties ,
Tourists ,
Travel Ban ,
United Arab Emirates (UAE) ,
Visas
The Emirate of Dubai has recently passed new amendments to the existing “Dubai Law No. 4/2018 on the Establishment of the Financial Audit Authority” (“LAW”). As per the new amendments, financial fraud and misconduct in...more
1/27/2025
/ Anti-Money Laundering ,
Asset Freeze ,
Audits ,
Corporate Governance ,
Dubai ,
Enforcement Actions ,
Financial Crimes ,
Fraud ,
Government Entities ,
Misappropriation ,
Penalties ,
Public Funds ,
Regulatory Reform ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
Travel Ban ,
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
In June 2024, the UAE introduced Cabinet Decision No. 43/2024, establishing a comprehensive framework for handling non-resident foreigners caught in possession of narcotic drugs or psychotropic substances while entering the...more
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. Federal...more
8/12/2024
/ Advertising ,
Amended Regulation ,
Complaint Procedures ,
Consumer Protection Laws ,
Documentation ,
Grievance Process ,
Ministry of Economy ,
Misleading Impressions ,
Monopolization ,
Penalties ,
United Arab Emirates (UAE) ,
Warranties
In recent years, the UAE has taken significant steps to enhance transparency and combat financial crimes within its business landscape. Central to these efforts is the identification and regulation of Ultimate Beneficial...more
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. Federal...more
4/3/2024
/ Commodities ,
Consumer Complaint System ,
Consumer Protection Laws ,
Contests & Promotions ,
False Advertising ,
Ministry of Economy ,
Misrepresentation ,
Monopolization ,
Penalties ,
Product Labels ,
Suppliers ,
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
In today's digital age, where smartphones and cameras are common, capturing moments through videos or photos has become second nature. However, it's important to be aware of copyright laws, especially when recording inside...more
In a significant step, Federal Decree-Law No. 36/2023 has assumed control, replacing the previous competition regulation law (Federal Law No. 4/2012) in the UAE. This new legislation represents a remarkable development,...more
3/12/2024
/ Abuse of Dominance ,
Anti-Competitive ,
Competition ,
Consumer Protection Laws ,
Economic Growth ,
Goods or Services ,
Monopolization ,
New Legislation ,
Penalties ,
Regulatory Reform ,
Unfair Pricing ,
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Introduction: In the rapidly advancing digital age, cybercrime has become a serious global concern, and the UAE is not immune to this threat. Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, using tactics such as fake calls,...more
8/17/2023
/ Cyber Attacks ,
Cyber Crimes ,
Cybersecurity ,
Dubai ,
Fake Websites ,
Fines ,
Hackers ,
Online Platforms ,
Penalties ,
Personal Information ,
Phishing Scams ,
Popular
The issue of domestic violence is universal and the UAE has taken bold steps to combat this issue. In this connection, the Federal Decree-Law No. 10/2019 On the Protection From Domestic Violence (Domestic Violence Law) has...more
The law related to cheque bounce has undergone a change in recent times in the UAE. The law on cheque bounce in the UAE is codified in the Federal Law No 18 of 1993 concerning commercial transactions law (Commercial...more