Introduction In a significant and progressive development in criminal jurisprudence, the General Assembly of the Court of Cassation has issued a landmark decision dated 26 March 2026, fundamentally altering the long-standing principle governing judicial discretion in...
Introduction In a significant and instructive judgment dated 26 March 2026, the Dubai Court of Cassation issued a ruling in Commercial Appeal No. 317 of 2026 that addresses fundamental aspects of UAE commercial litigation and arbitration law. The decision provides...
Introduction In the dynamic landscape of commercial transactions, personal guarantees often serve as a critical risk mitigation tool for creditors. However, the enforceability and scope of such guarantees are not absolute. A recent judgment by the Abu Dhabi Court of...
In an important ruling on civil procedure and landlord-tenant related payment disputes, the Dubai Court of Cassation, in Case No. 46 of 2026 (Civil Cassation), confirmed a significant procedural principle under UAE law: where a dispute arises from a grievance against...
A recent judgment in Case No. 162 of 2026 (Commercial), the Abu Dhabi Court of Cassation has provided important clarification on the procedural requirements for filing an appeal under the UAE Civil Procedure Law, particularly after the amendment introduced by Federal...
The legal landscape governing execution proceedings in the Emirate of Dubai has undergone a significant development with the introduction of Law No. (16) of 2025 concerning claims involving government entities. This legislative amendment introduces an important...
