UAE cracks down on firms employing illegal workers, ignoring labor regulations: new measures, penalties aimed at curbing growing number of labor disputes and improving safety standards

Article Abstract:

Effective January 2002, companies in the United Arab Emirates who ignore labor laws will be subject to bans from government contracts and possible cancellation of their license to do business. Violations being addressed by these measures include failure to pay employees regularly or at a rate below wage settlements; failure to protect workers from occupational hazards; failure to furnish required bank guarantees; employing workers not under a company's sponsorship; and failing to cancel work permits at the end of the employment period.

Personnel administration, Labor relations, Labor law, Labour law

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When may a bank refuse to comply with account holder's instructions?

Article Abstract:

The article discusses a case decided by the Dubai Court of Cassation concerning when a bank may refuse to comply with the instructions of an account holder. Accordingly, the Court held that there are only a few circumstances in which a bank may do so; wrongful failure to comply with an account holder's instructions may expose the bank to civil liability.

Banking industry

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U.A.E.: exercise of performance bonds

Article Abstract:

The article discusses a decision of the United Arab Emirates federal Supreme Court involving the exercise of performance bonds, which are a standard part of public sector contracts in country.

Performance bonds, United Arab Emirates. Federal Supreme Court

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