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RANA BANAT v RASMALA INVESTMENTS [2009] DIFC CFI 001 — Stay of execution pending appeal (09 February 2009)
The dispute centers on the enforcement of a prior judicial order issued against Rasmala Investments Limited. Following an initial ruling by H.E. Justice Omar Al Muhairi on 11 January 2009, Rasmala Investments Limited sought to challenge the underlying decision through the appellate process.
DUBAI FINANCIAL SERVICES AUTHORITY v HUSAM A. ABU-AMARA [2007] DIFC CFI 001 — Regulatory discontinuance and discharge of injunctions (29 October 2007)
The litigation involved a broad regulatory enforcement action initiated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) against Husam A. Abu-Amara and several corporate entities, including the 7th Defendant, Time Telecommunications.
DUBAI FINANCIAL SERVICES AUTHORITY v HUSAM A. ABU-AMARA [2007] DIFC CFI 001 — Adjournment and continuation of regulatory injunction (24 July 2007)
The litigation, initiated under case number CFI 1/2007, involves the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) acting against a wide array of defendants, including Husam A. Abu-Amara, Globalstar Telecom & Technology, and Time Telecommunications.
DUBAI FINANCIAL SERVICES AUTHORITY v HUSAM A. ABU-AMARA [2007] DIFC CFI 001 — Regulatory stay of proceedings (06 May 2007)
The lawsuit originated from the DFSA’s regulatory mandate to police unauthorized financial services within the DIFC jurisdiction. The DFSA sought to restrain the defendants from making representations regarding financial exchanges and related services without the requisite authorization.
DUBAI FINANCIAL SERVICES AUTHORITY v HUSAM A. ABU-AMARA [2007] DIFC CFI 001 — Discharge of regulatory injunctions (30 April 2007)
The lawsuit concerns a regulatory enforcement action brought by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) against a series of defendants, including Husam A. Abu-Amara and Globalstar Telecom & Technology, alongside several other entities such as Select Solutions LLC and AI Global Resources.
DUBAI FINANCIAL SERVICES AUTHORITY v HUSAM A. ABU-AMARA [2007] DIFC CFI 001 — Procedural bifurcation and adjournment scheduling (16 April 2007)
The lawsuit represents a regulatory enforcement action brought by the DFSA, the independent regulator of financial services conducted in or from the DIFC. The dispute centers on the activities of Husam A.
DUBAI FINANCIAL SERVICES AUTHORITY v HUSAM A. ABU-AMARA [2007] DIFC CFI 001 — Continuation of regulatory injunction (27 February 2007)
The lawsuit concerns a high-stakes regulatory enforcement action brought by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) against Husam A. Abu-Amara and seven corporate and individual co-defendants, including Globalstar Telecom & Technology, Ameerdeen Abdul Majid Thanikkodi, Syed Mohamed A/L Kabdul…
THE DUBAI FINANCIAL SERVICES AUTHORITY v HUSAM A. ABU-AMARA [2007] DIFC CFI 001 — Regulatory injunction against unauthorized financial exchange representations (14 February 2007)
The DIFC Court of First Instance issued an urgent, without-notice interim injunction to halt the dissemination of fraudulent claims regarding the existence of unauthorized financial exchanges within the DIFC, protecting the integrity of the financial services sector.
NIRVED v NEHA [2024] DIFC SCT 319 — Challenging DIFC jurisdiction over mainland employment contracts (17 September 2024)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies that physical presence in a DIFC office does not override the legal status of an employer when determining jurisdictional gateways under the Judicial Authority Law.
NARCISO v NAIRN [2024] DIFC SCT 085 — Breach of landlord's obligation to provide premises ready for use (21 May 2024)
The dispute arose from a failed commercial tenancy arrangement concerning a unit located within the DIFC. Following the purchase of a salon business known as "Nash" from a third party, the Claimant, Narciso, entered into a new lease agreement with the Defendant, Nairn, for the premises previously…
MEPER v MOSUP [2023] DIFC SCT 101 — Contractual liability for structural site surveys (02 May 2023)
The dispute centered on a contract for the supply and installation of a bespoke 6-panel bi-folding door system. The Claimant, Meper, sought the final 10% installment of the contract price, totaling AED 5,000, following the installation of the goods.
LORELEI v LEIA HOSPITALITY [2020] DIFC SCT 134 — Enforcement of employment contract terms during the Covid-19 pandemic (18 May 2020)
The Small Claims Tribunal affirms that financial distress caused by the Covid-19 pandemic does not absolve an employer of its contractual obligations to pay notice periods and end-of-service entitlements.
KAMARI SHIPPING v KAYLIB [2019] DIFC SCT 482 — Enforceability of opt-in jurisdiction clauses in commercial invoices (30 October 2019)
The Small Claims Tribunal confirms that parties may validly confer jurisdiction upon the DIFC Courts through contractual terms in invoices, even where both entities are registered outside the DIFC.
KALIOPE v KARAM CONSTRUCTION [2019] DIFC SCT 404 — Enforcement of sub-contractor payment obligations (29 October 2019)
The dispute arose from a sub-contracting arrangement initiated on 2 May 2018, wherein Kaliope LLC was engaged by Karam Construction LLC to supply materials and perform construction services for the "OJ-138 Showroom & Offices" project located in Al Barsha.
KAAPRO v KACEE (DUBAI) [2019] DIFC SCT 470 — Employment termination and gratuity calculation dispute (11 November 2019)
The dispute arose following the termination of the Claimant, Kaapro, from his position as a 'General Cook' at Kacee (Dubai) LLC. The Claimant initiated proceedings in the Small Claims Tribunal (SCT) seeking a total of AED 88,000 in end-of-service entitlements, alleging that his termination was…
JOEL v JULISSA [2019] DIFC SCT 043 — Enforcement of service charges in the DIFC
The dispute concerns the recovery of outstanding service charges for a residential unit located within the DIFC. The Claimant, a housing management entity, initiated proceedings to recover arrears that had accumulated over seven quarters.
JEW v JANG CAPITAL MARKETS MENA [2018] DIFC SCT 290 — Employment termination and statutory penalty dispute (11 June 2019)
The Claimant, a former broker, initiated proceedings in the SCT seeking recovery of unpaid salary, holiday pay, and bonuses following his termination on 20 June 2018. The dispute centered on whether the Defendant’s summary dismissal for alleged gross misconduct was legally justified, thereby…
Haya Spa v Harper Real Estate [2016] DIFC SCT 150 — Negligence in commercial lease negotiations (15 February 2017)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the scope of vicarious liability for agents providing inaccurate technical documentation during DIFC commercial lease negotiations.
Hades Property & Infrastructure Consultants v Hadassah Real Estate [2016] DIFC SCT 094 — Breach of contract for professional services fees (09 January 2017)
The dispute arose from a contract for expert services provided by Hades Property & Infrastructure Consultants LLC (the Claimant) to Hadassah Real Estate LLC (the Defendant) to support an ongoing arbitration.
GRIET v GUIDO LLC [2016] DIFC SCT 172 — Employment termination and non-compete validity (08 December 2016)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies that DIFC Employment Law provides no remedy for unfair dismissal and confirms the enforceability of contractual termination during periods of medical leave.
Greta v Gunner LLC [2016] DIFC SCT 152 — Lease renewal and utility dispute adjudication (02 November 2016)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the limits of judicial intervention in private lease renewals and the allocation of responsibility for third-party utility disputes within the DIFC.
Grear v Greetje Restaurant [2016] DIFC SCT 128 — Employment dispute over salary deductions and statutory penalties (11 October 2016)
The dispute arose from the employment of the Claimant, Grear, as a waitress at the Defendant’s restaurant facility within the DIFC. Following her resignation, the Claimant initiated proceedings to recover unpaid wages and other entitlements.
GOTTLIEB v GRACA [2016] DIFC SCT 045 — Adjudicating security deposit deductions and overstay rent liability (30 May 2016)
The dispute arose from the termination of a tenancy agreement for Unit 1211, where the landlord, Gottlieb LLC, and the tenant, Graca, reached an impasse regarding the move-out inspection process.
GOLDA LLC v GILAM [2016] DIFC SCT 127 — Jurisdictional limits of the Small Claims Tribunal (04 October 2016)
This judgment clarifies the strict limitations of the DIFC Courts' jurisdiction over real estate brokerage disputes where the claimant is not a signatory to an agreement containing an opt-in clause.