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NOZUL HOTELS & RESORTS v DIFC INVESTMENTS [2014] DIFC CFI 013 — Judicial stay for settlement negotiations (20 May 2014)
The litigation involving Nozul Hotels & Resorts W.L.L and DIFC Investments L.L.C represents a high-stakes commercial disagreement brought before the DIFC Court of First Instance. While the specific underlying causes of action—whether contractual breach, property dispute, or investment-related…
BEAUTECH BEAUTY LOUNGE v SHARLYN DELA CRUZ BOLIVAR [2014] DIFC CFI 013 — Consent order resolving employment dispute (07 January 2014)
The litigation involved a claim brought by Beautech Beauty Lounge against its former employee, Sharlyn Dela Cruz Bolivar. While the specific underlying causes of action were not detailed in the final order, the dispute centered on the termination of the employment relationship and the associated…
THE EMIRATES CAPITAL v ECSCO GMBH [2013] DIFC CFI 013 — Default judgment for debt recovery (16 April 2014)
The lawsuit originated from a commercial debt recovery action initiated by The Emirates Capital Limited against the defendant, ECSCO GmbH. The claimant sought to recover a principal sum of USD $117,737.64, which remained outstanding despite the claimant's efforts to secure payment.
THE EMIRATES CAPITAL v ECSCO GMBH [2013] DIFC CFI 013 — extension of time for service of claim form (12 December 2013)
Judicial Officer Nassir Al Nasser grants a six-month extension for the service of a Part 7 claim form, reinforcing the court's procedural flexibility under the Rules of the DIFC Courts.
THE EMIRATES CAPITAL v ECSCO GMBH [2013] DIFC CFI 013 — Extension of time for service of claim form (13 June 2013)
The Emirates Capital Limited initiated proceedings against ECSCO GMBH via a Part 7 claim form dated 26 March 2012. As the litigation progressed, the Claimant encountered difficulties in effecting service of the claim form upon the Defendant, necessitating a formal application to the Court to…
THE EMIRATES CAPITAL v ECSCO GMBH [2012] DIFC CFI 013 — Extension of service validity (02 September 2012)
The Emirates Capital Limited initiated proceedings under case number CFI 013/2012 against the defendant, ECSCO GmbH. As is common in cross-border litigation within the DIFC, the claimant encountered logistical or procedural hurdles in successfully effecting service of the Claim Form upon the…
AIDA DAGHER v CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL [2011] DIFC CFI 013 — Reconsideration of leave to appeal in employment disputes (30 June 2014)
The litigation arose from the termination of Aida Dagher, who served as the CEO of Capital Investment International (CII-UAE) Ltd. Following her dismissal without notice on 18 May 2011, Dagher initiated proceedings claiming unpaid salary, payment in lieu of untaken annual leave, and other…
AIDA DAGHER v CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL [2014] DIFC CFI 013 — Denial of leave to appeal against the judgment of Justice Ali Al Madhani (20 April 2014)
The litigation between Aida Dagher and Capital Investment International (CII-UAE) Limited has been a long-standing dispute within the DIFC Courts, involving multiple interlocutory skirmishes regarding disclosure, corporate governance, and contempt applications.
AIDA DAGHER v CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL [2013] DIFC CFI 013 — Procedural order for remote witness testimony (23 September 2013)
The dispute in CFI 013/2011 involves a long-standing procedural battle between the Claimant, Aida Dagher, and the Defendant, Capital Investment International. As the litigation progressed, the necessity of obtaining testimony from specific witnesses became a focal point of the court's case…
AIDA DAGHER v CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL [2013] DIFC CFI 013 — Conditional order for video link evidence (03 September 2013)
The application filed by Aida Dagher on 9 July 2013 was a direct response to the logistical challenges of securing testimony for the upcoming trial in CFI 013/2011. Given the complex history of this litigation—which has seen numerous procedural skirmishes, including [CAPITAL INVESTMENT…
AIDA DAGHER v CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL [2013] DIFC CFI 013 — Procedural extension for witness evidence (08 July 2013)
The litigation between Aida Dagher and Capital Investment International (CII-UAE) Ltd represents a protracted procedural history within the DIFC Court of First Instance. The case involves complex claims and counter-claims that have necessitated numerous interlocutory applications, ranging from…
AIDA DAGHER v CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL [2013] DIFC CFI 013 — Procedural consolidation and trial scheduling (25 June 2013)
The litigation between Aida Dagher and Capital Investment International (CII-UAE) Ltd reached a critical juncture in mid-2013, necessitating a structured timeline to ensure the matter proceeded to a final hearing.
AIDA DAGHER v CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL [2013] DIFC CFI 013 — Consent order for trial scheduling and procedural directions (24 June 2013)
The litigation in CFI 013/2011 has been characterized by extensive procedural maneuvering, as evidenced by the series of preceding orders, including [CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL v GCC INTERNATIONAL [2011] DIFC CFI 013 — Procedural direction on document production (14 December…
AIDA DAGHER v CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL [2013] DIFC CFI 013 — Amended procedural directions for document production and trial scheduling (21 March 2013)
The dispute in CFI 013/2011 involves Aida Dagher and Capital Investment International (CII-UAE) Ltd. Following a hearing on 19 March 2013, the court addressed the ongoing friction regarding the disclosure of evidence.
AIDA DAGHER v CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL [2013] DIFC CFI 013 — Procedural directions for document production and trial management (19 March 2013)
This order establishes the definitive procedural timeline for the trial of Aida Dagher v Capital Investment International, mandating specific document production and the formal appointment of legal representation to ensure the case proceeds to a September 2013 hearing.
AIDA DAGHER v CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL [2012] DIFC CFI 013 — Procedural stay for mediation (25 November 2012)
The Registrar of the DIFC Courts formalizes a consensual stay of proceedings in the ongoing dispute between Aida Dagher and Capital Investment International to facilitate alternative dispute resolution.
AIDA DAGHER v CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL [2012] DIFC CFI 013 — Assessment of costs for Application Notice 049/2011 (09 May 2012)
The litigation between Aida Dagher and Capital Investment International involves a complex procedural history, which is further contextualized by related proceedings such as [CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL v GCC INTERNATIONAL [2011] DIFC CFI 013 — Procedural direction on document production (14…
CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL v AIDA DAGHER [2012] DIFC CFI 013 — Dismissal of contempt application (30 April 2012)
The DIFC Court of First Instance clarifies the threshold for initiating contempt proceedings under RDC 29.138, resulting in the summary dismissal of an application filed by Capital Investment International against Aida Dagher.
AIDA DAGHER v GCC INTERNATIONAL [2012] DIFC CFI 013 — Disclosure obligations and self-representation cost rules (29 March 2012)
The dispute centered on the necessity of corporate transparency regarding the entity GCC International Media City — Dubai. Aida Dagher sought the production of foundational corporate documents to progress the litigation, leading to a contested disclosure application.
AIDA DAGHER v GCC INTERNATIONAL [2012] DIFC CFI 013 — Disclosure of corporate governance documents (27 February 2012)
The dispute centers on an application filed by the Claimant, Aida Dagher, seeking the production of essential corporate records held by the Respondent, GCC International. The Claimant sought these documents to substantiate claims within the broader context of CFI 013/2011.
CAPITAL INVESTMENT INTERNATIONAL v GCC INTERNATIONAL [2011] DIFC CFI 013 — Procedural direction on document production (14 December 2011)
The dispute centers on an interlocutory application filed by Capital Investment International, identified as the Applicant, against GCC International, the Respondent. The core of the matter involves the Applicant’s attempt to compel the Respondent to disclose specific documents relevant to the…
SHAHAB HAIDER v ERNST & YOUNG MIDDLE EAST [2013] DIFC CFI 013 — Refusal to set aside Default Cost Certificates (17 April 2013)
The dispute arose from the liquidation proceedings of Orion Holdings Overseas Limited, where Shahab Haider, acting as Liquidator, and Ernst & Young Middle East were engaged in a protracted costs assessment process.
SHAHAB HAIDER v ERNST & YOUNG MIDDLE EAST [2012] DIFC CFI 013 — Finality of judicial deliberations and the non-binding nature of preliminary views (27 August 2012)
The dispute originated from insolvency proceedings involving the liquidation of Orion Holdings Overseas Limited and Diwan Capital Limited. Shahab Haider, acting as the liquidator, sought document disclosure from Ernst & Young Middle East, leading to a protracted legal battle over the scope of…
SHAHAB HAIDER v ERNST & YOUNG DUBAI [2011] DIFC CFI 013 — Consolidation of insolvency-related applications into the Court of Appeal (18 August 2011)
The dispute arises from the ongoing insolvency proceedings involving Diwan Capital Limited, where Shahab Haider, acting as the liquidator, initiated claims against Ernst & Young Dubai LLP.