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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
07 Sep 2024

UAE’s New Telemarketing Law

UAE’s New Telemarketing Law The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced new regulations aimed at enhancing consumer protection and maintaining market integrity in telemarketing practices. Effective from August 27, 2024, these regulations, under Cabinet Resolutions No. 56 and No. 57 of 2024, seek to regulate telemarketing activities by imposing stringent…

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Law Firms in Dubai
12 Aug 2024

Law of Criminal Procedure in Saudi Arabia

Law of Criminal Procedure in Saudi Arabia The Law of Criminal Procedure in Saudi Arabia is a complex system that combines traditional Islamic legal principles with contemporary statutory laws. The system is deeply influenced by Sharia, specifically the Hanbali school of Sunni Islam, and it has evolved to incorporate formal…

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Lawyers in Dubai
07 Aug 2024

Evolution and Provisions of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023

Evolution and Provisions of the Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023 The Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA), 2023, represents a significant legislative milestone in India's legal framework, updating and modernizing the Indian Evidence Act (IEA) of 1872. While retaining the core principles of the IEA, the BSA introduces crucial changes to address…

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Law Firms in Dubai
10 Jun 2024

The Disclosure of Information between Family and Criminal Agencies and Jurisdictions: 2024 Protocol in UK

The Disclosure of Information between Family and Criminal Agencies and Jurisdictions: 2024 Protocol in UK The 2024 Protocol, which came into effect on March 1, 2024, marks a significant advancement in the exchange of information and material between criminal and family agencies and jurisdictions, particularly in cases involving alleged child…

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Law Firms in Dubai
23 Apr 2024

An In-Depth Analysis of UAE Financial Restructuring and Bankruptcy Law

An In-Depth Analysis of UAE Financial Restructuring and Bankruptcy Law In a significant legal overhaul, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has embarked on a journey of insolvency reform with the promulgation of Federal Law No. 51 of 2023, heralding the dawn of the Financial and Bankruptcy Law, colloquially known as…

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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
11 Apr 2024

Recent Developments of New Criminal Defense Law in California

Recent Developments of New Criminal Defense Law in California California, known for its diverse population and thriving economy, also boasts a robust legal framework designed to safeguard its citizens and businesses. With a population nearing 40 million, California holds significant influence in shaping criminal laws and setting legal precedents across…

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Lawyers in Abu Dhabi
21 Mar 2024

SCA Introduction of Anti-Money Laundering Provisions

SCA Introduction of Anti-Money Laundering Provisions In a bid to fortify its regulatory framework and enhance financial integrity, the United Arab Emirates Securities & Commodities Authority (SCA) has recently unveiled a pivotal amendment to its Rulebook, specifically targeting anti-money laundering (AML) measures and the combatting of terrorism financing and unlawful…

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Lawyers in Dubai
18 Feb 2024

Indian’s New Criminal Law Bills

Indian’s New Criminal Law Bills In a landmark move, Union Home Minister Amit Shah introduced three revised Bills on December 12, aiming to replace archaic British-era criminal laws that have governed India for decades. The proposed legislation includes the Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita Bill, 2023; Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita,…

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Law Firms in Dubai
07 Feb 2024

UAE's Traffic Law Amendments

UAE's Traffic Law Amendments The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has recently undertaken a significant revision of its traffic laws, marking a major step towards enhancing road safety. These amendments, which became effective on July 6, 2023, are part of a broader initiative to combat reckless driving and ensure the safety…

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Lawyers in Qatar
14 Jan 2024

An Overview of Qatar's New Anti-Concealment Law

An Overview of Qatar's New Anti-Concealment Law In a strategic move towards upholding the rule of law and reinforcing transparency, Qatar's Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has recently enacted a groundbreaking law designed to combat the concealment of non-Qatari individuals engaging in commercial, economic, and professional activities in…

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Criminal Lawyers in Dubai
20 Dec 2023

Criminal Law System in the UAE

Criminal Law System in the UAE The United Arab Emirates (UAE) boasts a criminal law system that is a unique blend of Islamic law, or Sharia, and modern civil law principles. This system is designed to address a wide range of criminal offenses, ensuring order and justice within the diverse…

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Criminal Lawyers in Dubai
01 Mar 2022

Dealing with Counterfeits in the UAE

Dealing with Counterfeits in the UAE Introduction Businesses engaging with counterfeit items in the UAE now risk significantly harsher sanctions, again for legitimate brand owners. The maximum punishment for counterfeiting has been increased from AED 10,000 (about USD 2,700) to AED 1 million (approximately USD 275,000) for pharmaceutical and food…

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Criminal Lawyers in Dubai
27 Dec 2021

Economic and Fraud Provisions in the Middle East

Economic and Fraud Provisions in the Middle East “There is one and only one social responsibility of business – to use its resources and engage in activities designed to increase its profits so long as it stays within the rules of the game, which is to say, engages in open…

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family laws in UAE
14 Dec 2021

UАE Personаl Status Lаw

UАE Personаl Status Lаw Introduction The United Аrаb Emirаtes is а culturаl meltdown with more thаn 200 nаtions, аnd the pаst people аccounted for more thаn 90 percent of the populаtion. The UАE government continues to implement meаsures to bring а more аttrаctive environment for ex-pаts, in line with its…

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