Inheritance Law in the UAE “A leader’s lasting value is measured by succession.” …
Read moreDecree 34 of 2021 and its impact on arbitration Decree No. 34 has been issued on Sept. 14, 2021, and took effect on September 20, 2021. The Decree canceled two arbitration organizations in Dubai: I the Arbitration Organization of the Dubai International Financial Centre ("DIFC"), which included the DIFC-LCIA arbitration…
Read moreArbitration in Bahrain and Enforcement of Arbitral Awards in Bahrain Arbitration rules enacted by The Kingdom of Bahrain In 2009 make it the primary united states within the globe to create the equal of a loose exchange quarter for arbitration. That rules, Legislative Decree No. 30(The Decree), offers events to…
Read moreEnforcing Trademarks in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia “A great trademark is appropriate, dynamic, distinctive, memorable, and unique.” – Primo Angeli Introduction Common law rights are not recognized under Saudi Arabian law. Trademark rights can only be obtained through registration. The only exception is well-known trademarks that are recognized as…
Read moreFujairah Free Zone 1. What law established this free zone? Fujairah Free Zone was established by Emiri Decree on 28 November 1987 and is located next to the Port of Fujairah which offers total unique access to all Arabian Gulf Ports, the Red Sea, India and Pakistan. 2. What are…
Read moreNFTs and Intellectual Property Non-fungible Tokens (NFTs) have been extremely popular recently, following the significance garnered with the cryptocurrency community in 2017, with some selling for substantial amounts at auctions. They possess multiple uses, from the ability to enhance innovation as well as generate significant proceeds for both creators and…
Read moreUnderstanding Censorship Across the GCC Censorship is one method of the government to control media. Censorship is characterized as concealment or forbiddance of speech or composing that is considered subversive of the benefit of everyone. It happens in all manifestations of power in some degree, yet in present day times…
Read moreADGM Data Protection Rules 2021-2022 “Availability of protection ensures reliability and timely access to data and resources to authorized individuals.” Organizations must emphasize educating about their responsibilities under the new ADGM Data Protection Regulations, conducting a disparity test to find whether their current systems are vulnerable or appropriate, considering any…
Read moreInsolvency Regulations in Kuwait Kuwait is the most recent GCC nation to alter its bankruptcy laws. Kuwait modified its insolvency code in October 2020, enacting the long-awaited Bankruptcy Law (Kuwait Law Number 71/2020). This legislation emphasizes bankruptcy processes designed to maximize a debtor's worth for the profit of creditors and…
Read moreDealing 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…
Read moreDecree 34 of 2021 and Development in Arbitration in Dubai "Arbitration is justice blended with charity" - Nachman of Breslov The Dubai Decree number 34 of 2021 regarding the Dubai International Arbitration Centre was published on 14 September 2021. The new Decree will reform the framework of Arbitration in the Emirate of Dubai.…
Read moreAustralia- UK Pact on Mutual Professional Recognition for Lawyers After Australia's Free Trade Agreement, its professional services sector supports internationalisation with a mutual recognition unit by helping professionals practice abroad. It ensures that professionals such as accountants, architects, engineers, lawyers, physiotherapists, veterinarians, teachers and others have access to foreign markets.…
Read moreBuy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) offerings in the UAE and Legalities Surrounding them In these times of economic instability, and as the coronavirus continues to wreak havoc worldwide, buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) solutions are eclipsing credit cards more conveniently and transparently to fund transactions. E-commerce has developed over the last two years,…
Read moreEnforcing Foreign Judgments in Qatar "Law is the embodiment of the moral sentiment of the people." - William Blackstone. During recent years, the expansion of international commercial transactions has increased the disputes involving foreign elements. Some conflicts are settled amicably, and some arguments are settled in courts. In both cases,…
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