All About Arbitration: The Draft Federal Arbitration Law (July 2010)

The role of arbitration has recently taken a new direction as a result of current challenges facing economies globally.

Jurisdiction (June 2010)

In the UAE, arbitration is regarded as an exceptional and special dispute forum whereby parties agree to resolve their disputes.

How Should One Treat A Power of Attorney? (May 2010)

A large amount of diverse and unique financial transactions  require quick process. This can be complicated by the inability of investors and asset owners to be in the same jurisdiction as their investments.

Testing the Boundaries of Jurisdiction in the DIFC Courts (May 2010)

With many of Dubai’s property investors still suffering the effects of the global economic crisis, December 2009 saw the filing of an ambitious claim in the DIFC Courts by Dr. Lothar Ludwig Hardt and Hardt Trading F.Z.E against DAMAC (DIFC) Company Limited and others.

Implementing Regulations of Federal Law No. 10-2008 On Medical Malpractice (February 2010)

The Cabinet has approved the implementing regulations of Federal Law No. 10 of 2008 on Medical Malpractice pursuant to a decision that was issued by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai and published in the local press on 19th December 2009

Dubai Establishes Special Tribunal to Decide Dubai World Disputes (January 2010)

On 14th December 2009, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE, Ruler of Dubai issued Decree No. 57 of 2009, “Establishing a Tribunal to decide the Disputes Related to the Settlement of the Financial Position of Dubai World and its Subsidiaries” (the Decree).

The DIFC Courts :A New Decade, a New Era in Dispute Resolution in Dubai (January 2010)

Five years since their establishment, the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts have become a prominent feature of the legal landscape in Dubai.

The Bounce Stops Here :Dubai Establishes Judicial Committee to Resolve Bounced Cheque Cases in Real Estate Transactions ( December 2009) 
On 1st November 2009, H.H. Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai issued Decree No.56 of 2009, “Forming a Special Committee to Resolve Cheques Related to Real Estate Transactions.”

Medical Malpractice  (Federal Law No. 10-2008 Part 2 of 3 ) (June 2009)

Responsibilities of Doctors and Medical Establishments

Some might feel that the new law on medical malpractice may put more pressure on doctors and medical establishments by curtailing professional freedom due to the duties and obligations that must be fulfilled in the course of practicing the profession.

Sharjah International Commercial Arbitration Center Rules Emiri Decree No. 6 of 2009 (May 2009)

An Emiri Decree (No. 6 of 2009) concerning the formation of the Sharjah International Commercial Arbitration Center has been issued by H.H. Dr. Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qassimi as a final addition to the arbitration law in the Emirate.

Federal Medical Liability - Law No. 10 of 2008 (1/3) (May 2009)

On 16th December 2008, H.H. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the United Arab Emirates, issued Federal Law No. 10 of 2008 concerning Medical Liability.

Is There Any Conflict of Jurisdiction Between QFC Courts and Local Courts? (April 2009)

This article aims to give a prima facie opinion about the jurisdiction of the CCC and to foresee whether there would be a conflict of jurisdiction between the CCC and the Qatari local courts.

The DIFC Court of First Instance Gets Tough (March 2009)

Earlier this month in the DIFC Court, Sir Anthony Colman fines a witness AED500,000 for failing to attend Court for the second time in a row.

The Credit Crunch - The New Force Majeure? (February 2009)

The recent credit crunch or financial crisis has impacted severely on the cash flow and investments of individuals and companies on a global scale.

DIFC-LCIA Arbitration Centre (December 2008)

Essam Al Tamimi discusses the DIFC-LCIA Arbitration Centre and comments on concerns raised.

The Road Ahead - The Future of Arbitration in the UAE (November 2008)

Hassan Arab provides an overview of developments in Arbitration in the UAE and reviews what's in store.

Enforcement of Foreign Awards (November 2008)

In Jordan, foreign awards against Jordanian natural or juristic persons might be enforced in accordance to Execution Foreign Awards Law No. 8.

Modern Arbitration - DIFC Arbitration Law 2008 (September 2008)

DIFC Arbitration Law 2008 Enters into Force and Replaces DIFC Arbitration Law 2004.

Notary Department lacks up-to-date laws (September 2008)

Comments from Hamed Hassan Al Aidaroos, the Notary Public at Al Najdah Street Notary Public Office affiliated to the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department on the changes to the Notary Public Department. 

Specialised Courts (September 2008)

The Dubai Courts recently announced the structure of Specialised Courts.

A Matter of Legal Principal (August 2008)

An attorney’s tardiness to file a lawsuit is a breach of professional honor.

Ignorance of Law Does Not Clear Criminal Intent (August 2008)

The Federal Supreme Court established a legal rule that ignorance or misunderstanding of the law does not clear the criminal intent, as all people should be aware of the law and understand its provisions correctly.

The enforcement of the international arbitration awards in Qatar and the principle of reciprocity (August 2008)

The principle of reciprocity in relation to the enforcement of foreign judgements as well as arbitration awards.