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Can A Child Report Abusive Parents To The Police?

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.

United Arab Emirates Family

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Dubai Introduces A New Law For The Protection Of The Emblems Of The Emirate Of Dubai And The Government Of Dubai

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.

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Understanding The UAE's New Abortion Law: A Comprehensive Overview (Video)

The UAE has recently implemented significant legal reforms regarding abortion, reproductive rights, and medical ethics, with the law of Federal Decree-Law No. 4/2016 on Medical Liability and its amendment with Federal Decree-Law No. 18/2023.

United Arab Emirates Healthcare

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Dubai's Fiscal Integrity Is Strengthened By New Whistleblowing Legislation

In his capacity as Chairman of the Financial Audit Authority (FAA), His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum...

United Arab Emirates Government

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Habib Al Mulla and Partners

Electronic Tagging For Offenders In UAE (Video)

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Understanding UAE Adoption: Regulations, Procedures, And Eligibility (Video)

United Arab Emirates Family

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Understanding The New Civil Defence Authority And Its Regulations

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

A Navigation Of The Regulation Of Free Zone Entities Operating Within Dubai Mainland

United Arab Emirates Government

BLK Partners

Obtaining UAE Nationality By Birth: Key Insights

United Arab Emirates Government

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Rubert & Partners

Can UAE Residents Keep Exotic Animals At Home?

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Protecting The Ecosystem: Penalties For Property Destruction And Animal Abuse Under The UAE Penal Code

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Resolving A Jurisdictional Conflict In The UAE

United Arab Emirates Government

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BSA Law

UAE Expands Legal Grounds For Abortion With New Resolution

United Arab Emirates Government

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Al Kabban & Associates

UAE Liberalizes Abortion Laws: Key Changes And New Permissible Cases

United Arab Emirates Government

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LYLaw

Setting Up A Virtual Asset Business In Dubai: Mainland vs. Free Zone Under VARA

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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Dolce Vita Advisors

Key Features Of The New UAE Commercial Agencies Law

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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HAS Law Firm

Essential Introduction To Jersey Trusts (Video)

United Arab Emirates Wealth Mgt

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Cavenwell Group

[Live] Doing Business In Real Estate Across India & UAE: Incentives, Taxes & Regulatory Challenges (Video)

United Arab Emirates Real Estate

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Hammurabi & Solomon

The Fundamentals Of ADGM Foundations (Video)

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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Cavenwell Group

UAE Launches New Comprehensive Legislation Platform And Approves Law Enforcement Index

In a significant move towards enhancing transparency and accessibility in the legal landscape, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced an integrated legislation platform...

United Arab Emirates Government

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Al Kabban & Associates

Oman Enforces 'Omanisation' Policy For Foreign Investors

The Ministry of Commerce, Industry & Investment Promotion (MoCIIP) announced that, with effect from 1 April, it would be mandatory for foreign investors to employ at least one...

United Arab Emirates Government

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The Sovereign Group

Change In UAE Law On Abortion Eases Consent Rules

A recent amendment to an existing UAE law has made it easier for medical professionals to conduct an abortion if the mother's life is in danger.

United Arab Emirates Government

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BSA Law

UAE's New IVF Regulations: A Comprehensive Overview

This article provides a detailed examination of the key amendments and their implications for the regulation of assisted reproduction in the UAE.

United Arab Emirates Family

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Dr Hassan Elhais

'Made In The Emirates' Is In Force

United Arab Emirates Government

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Gowling WLG

Public Procurement Construction Contract Forms Under The Austroads And The Australasian Procurement And Construction Council (APCC) Guide

United Arab Emirates Government

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Wasel & Wasel

What Are The Custody Rules Under The New UAE Personal Status Law For Non-Muslims?

United Arab Emirates Family

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HAS Law Firm

What Is Infanticide In The UAE Law And Its Punishment In The UAE?

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Evidence Law In The United Arab Emirates – An Overview

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

UAE Foundations – Why There Is An Increase In Demand To Establish A UAE Foundation?

United Arab Emirates Wealth Mgt

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Oxford Tax Solutions

What Are The Punishments For Minors Caught Drinking Alcohol And Illegal Selling Of Alcohol In The UAE?

United Arab Emirates Criminal

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Dr Hassan Elhais

New Federal Labour Law Issued By Ministry Of Human Resources & Emiratisation

United Arab Emirates Employment

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Abdo Rafiq & Partners

Dubai – Resolution On Issuance Of Birth Certificates

United Arab Emirates Family

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Abdo Rafiq & Partners

What Are The New Laws For Donations & Charity Funds In The UAE?

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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Dr Hassan Elhais

What Are The Punishments For Minors Caught Drinking Alcohol And Illegal Selling Of Alcohol In The UAE?

Before the new changes that were effected by the Federal Decree By Law No. 15 of 2020, it was illegal to consume alcohol without a valid permit.

United Arab Emirates Criminal

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Dr Hassan Elhais

New Federal Labour Law Issued By Ministry Of Human Resources & Emiratisation

The UAE Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation ("MOHRE") has issued Federal Law No. 33 of 2021, UAE Labour Law ("New Law").

United Arab Emirates Employment

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Abdo Rafiq & Partners

Dubai – Resolution On Issuance Of Birth Certificates

As part of the Dubai government's permanent endeavor to facilitate legal procedures for foreigners residing in the Emirate of Dubai, Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Al Maktoum...

United Arab Emirates Family

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Abdo Rafiq & Partners

What Are The New Laws For Donations & Charity Funds In The UAE?

The United Arab Emirates has revamped its laws relating to charitable donations and funds constitution.

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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Dr Hassan Elhais

The UAE's Foundations Regimes

United Arab Emirates Commercial

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BSA Law

Read The Legalization Of Cohabitation And Alcohol Consumption In UAE Now!

The United Arab Emirates recently announced a major overhaul of its Islamic personal laws, many of which are regarded as ‘extreme' and ‘uncivilised'.

United Arab Emirates Government

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Dr Hassan Elhais

Economic Substance Report - ESR 2020 Filing Reminder

In accordance with Cabinet Resolution No. 57 of 2020, entities that conduct Relevant Activities under the Economic Substance Regulations must file directly with the Ministry, regardless of whether they have previously filed ...

United Arab Emirates Government

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BSA Law

UAE-Israel: The Abraham Accords & The Opportunities It Affords

On September 15, the historic new Abraham Accords Peace Agreement between the UAE and Israel was signed on the White House lawn.

United Arab Emirates International

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Loggerhead Partners

Abraham Accords Signed And Released And Diplomatic Relations Commence

The leaders of the United Arab Emirates ("UAE") and Israel signed an agreement in Washington yesterday, on 15 September 2020, formalising the countries' commitment to normalise diplomatic relations.

United Arab Emirates Government

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Herbert Smith Freehills LLP

Kingdom Of Bahrain Becomes Second Gulf Country To Enter Into Peace Deal With Israel

United Arab Emirates Government

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Herbert Smith Freehills LLP

Presidential Decree Introduced In The UAE To Abolish The Israel Boycott Law

United Arab Emirates Government

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Herbert Smith Freehills LLP

Counter-Terrorism Bill 2019: Australia

United Arab Emirates Government

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STA Law Firm

Scotland: Domestic Abusers will Lose Home

United Arab Emirates Government

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STA Law Firm

Letter Of The New Season : UAE

United Arab Emirates Government

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STA Law Firm

Geo-Blocking Of Online Content After Brexit

United Arab Emirates Government

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STA Law Firm

New Law To Concerning Social Support Authority In Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates Government

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STA Law Firm

Singapore's Ministry Of Home Affairs

United Arab Emirates Government

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STA Law Firm

Is There A Specific Legislation Regulating E-Signatures In The UAE?

United Arab Emirates Government

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BSA Law

UAE Law On Dormant Bank Accounts

United Arab Emirates Government

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STA Law Firm

Adequate Legal Measures In Times Of Foreign Policy Conflicts

United Arab Emirates Government

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SCHLÜTER GRAF Legal Consultants

ADGM Grows Up: Issues First Fines

United Arab Emirates Government

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Afridi & Angell Legal Consultants

Improve Peoples Quality Of Life In UAE

United Arab Emirates Government

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STA Law Firm

Our Presence In The Middle East

United Arab Emirates Government

HL

Hogan Lovells

What You Should Know About Holy Month Of Ramadan In UAE?

United Arab Emirates Strategy

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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Dr Hassan Elhais

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