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14/11/2019

UAE Succession Law(Updated)
The Dubai Law Number 15 of 2017 lays down the provisions with regard to inheritance, wills, and probate for non-Muslim expatriates within Dubai. This law affirms that non-Muslim expatriates can register their wills in English by virtue of internationally recognized Common Law. The Non-Muslim Wills and Probate Registry was established in Dubai and DIFC under the said Law; and will empower non-Muslims with assets in Dubai to have the choice to sidestep the Sharia Law and enable them to apply the legitimate system of their choice for their estates.

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14/11/2019

DSFA Regulation on Cross-Border Crowdfunding
Crowdfunding is a tool through which a large number of people can come together and fund large projects. Having risen to prominence after the 2008 financial crisis, it has been of great use to many SMEs and projects that cannot obtain regular financing. However, within UAE, the DFSA has implemented regulations to control the process of crowdfunding, especially cross-border crowdfunding. The purpose of these regulations is to ensure a secure legal structure and prevent the likes of money laundering and fraud. Visit STA Law Firm for further information or advice on the topic.

Primary aim of DFSA regulations to encourage growth of Financial Technology(FinTech) Industry by ensure clear governance & necessary protection for parties

14/11/2019

Product Liability and safety
Product Liability is a key regulation that is found around the world and looks to provide customers with protection against falsely advertised or inappropriately delivered goods or services. The reason for these regulations exiting is to make sure that consumers are not taken advantage of. Should damages arise as a result of a product's faultiness, the manufacturer will be held liable. If you have any queries or require any assistance in this area, contact STA Law Firm.

Law and regulation on Product Liability, Liability for defective products, Burden of Proof, Evidence handling, Interim Relief before a full trial under UAE Law

13/11/2019

Redundancy is one of the most contested topics in any jurisdiction. There is an unfairness aspect in redundancy as the employee in question is out of a job (generally) due to no fault of his/her own. In the UAE, there are no separate redundancy laws and the only circumstance where an employee who is on an unlimited contract is terminated if his/her performance does not meet the benchmark required or if he/she has carried out and committed a crime (false documentation, under the influence of drugs etc.). However, with Artifical Intelligence replacing or removing certain positions, redundancy of employment is proving to be inevitable.
However, UAE laws require and uphold fairness to all parties in question. Therefore, as per UAE Labour Law (Federal Law Number 8 of 1980), as amended, employees in the UAE are entitled to benefits upon the termination of their contract. Some of these benefits include payment for unused holidays, compensation as per contract, service benefit or gratuity (in the absence of company pension scheme) and so on.
For further information on unfair termination or redundancy in the UAE, contact our lawyers!
https://www.stalawfirm.com/en/blogs/view/redundancy-of-employment.html

13/11/2019

Law governing customs duty in India
In order to protect the domestic industry and prevent the import of illegal goods, it is necessary to establish a system to monitor and control the flow of goods across national borders. In India, the practice of levying customs duties for imported goods go back to the 18th Century. Contact STA Law firm if you are looking to take goods into the country, as our legal experts can help to make sure you are fully compliant with the law.
https://www.stalawfirm.com/en/blogs/view/panorama-of-customs-duty-in-india-part-i.html

13/11/2019

Subsequently, specific reformatory measured must be adopted to fight the increasing brutality of wrongful conviction including an emphasis on the quasi-judicial role of the prosecution, an adequate standard of eyewitness identification and testimony, to name a few. For further information on wrongful conviction, visit the STA Law Firm website or contact our lawyers for bespoke legal advice.

All instance of wrongful conviction brings various failures in criminal justice system & prevented system from functioning reasonably & with effectiveness

10/11/2019

Arbitration in the UAE and Dispute Resolution Procedure
Going through litigation can be a daunting task and relationships between the opposing parties can often be tarnished as a result of it. If parties wish to maintain their relationships and continue to work together or simply achieve an outcome beneficial for all involved parties, arbitration is the way to go. Contact STA for further information or assistance on the matter of Arbitration.

The Commercial Control and Consumer Protection Department (CCCP) at the Department of Economic Development have built up the Business Protection

10/11/2019

The United Arab Emirate’s commercial law is specifically tailored to attract prominent and promising foreign investments whilst obviously securing local concerns. Undoubtedly, the approach taken by the regulatory divisions and legislators forms a fertile ground for these investments to flourish. For assistance throughout the transaction of a cross-border merger or further information, contact our lawyers for bespoke legal advice.

Companies that intend to form any merger in the UAE need to follow the prescribed procedure and fulfill the respective requirements.

10/11/2019

In the UAE, all banking activities are governed by the Central Bank. The UAE Central Bank Circular Number 106/2018 was issued with regards to dormant bank accounts such as the steps banks must take while dealing with such type of accounts and what happens to the value the dormant account has.To know more about UAE Laws on Dormant Accounts click here
https://www.stalawfirm.com/en/blogs/view/uae-regulations-dormant-bank-accounts.html

The UAE Central Bank Circular Number 106/2018 was published earlier this year and covers the steps to be taken by banks for dormant accounts

10/11/2019

It was in 2006 that the administration of domain names was transferred to the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority. Further, it is pertinent to note that there are no proprietary rights in domain names in the United Arab Emirates. Companies in all Emirates that use the “.ae” domain name are required to obtain a domain name license. The licenses issued are particularly for two zones: Unrestricted Zone and the Restricted Zone. There are various eligibility criteria which have been laid down as well. Principles similar to trademark infringement apply to domain name protection.

In the UAE, Internet Domain names fall under the authority of the ae Domain Administration with the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority

06/11/2019

India’s Maritime history can be dated back to the third millennium BCE. Though there was no codified law like the ones which exists today, the customs and regulations concerning sea and maritime activities have been in existence since time immemorial. Ship arrest is exercised for various reasons including loss of property, collision, loss of life, salvage, violation of customs, to name a few. For more information, visit the STA Law Firm website or call our lawyers for bespoke legal advice.

Maritime Law of India and the Law relating to ship arrests, including the jurisdiction, permissible claims and procedural aspects of ship arrests in India.