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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.
GJURD v GIZELLA (DIFC) LIMITED [2016] DIFC SCT 081 — Restitution for contractual mistake in financial investment (29 August 2016)
The dispute centered on the execution of a structured investment product, specifically a "Reverse Convertible Product" involving Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter stocks. The Claimant, Gjurd, sought restitution after discovering that the Defendant, Gizella (DIFC) Limited, had executed the trade using…
GIUSTINA LLP v GIUSEPPE LLP [2016] DIFC SCT 096 — Enforcement of unpaid legal fees under an engagement agreement (05 September 2016)
The dispute arose from a professional engagement between Giustina LLP, a Dubai-based law firm, and Giuseppe LLP, a DIFC-registered recruitment firm. Following an initial consultation and the payment of an AED 15,000 deposit, the parties entered into an Engagement Agreement on 9 February 2016.
GIUSEPPINA LLP v GJORD GROUP [2016] DIFC SCT 095 — Enforceability of hourly-rate legal service agreements (19 September 2016)
The dispute centered on the recovery of unpaid legal fees arising from an Engagement Agreement signed on 4 October 2015. Giuseppina LLP, a Dubai-based law firm, provided legal services to Gjord Group concerning various real estate units.
Gilmore Associates Limited v Giulia Limited [2016] DIFC SCT 002 — Adjudicating unilateral fee increases and invoice discrepancies (31 May 2016)
The dispute centered on the recovery of outstanding consultancy fees arising from two separate agreements executed in 2014. Gilmore Associates Limited (the Claimant) provided professional quantity surveying services to Giulia Limited (the Defendant), but the relationship soured over invoice…
Gilah LLC v Gilad LLC [2016] DIFC SCT 084 — Breach of lease and the limits of unilateral mistake (03 October 2016)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the threshold for avoiding a lease agreement under DIFC Contract Law when a party alleges a fundamental discrepancy in premises identification.
GIICHI v GLENYS [2016] DIFC SCT 120 — Recovery of erroneously transferred franchise fees (04 October 2016)
The dispute centered on the recovery of USD $ 10,000 that the Claimant, Giichi LLC, mistakenly transferred to the Respondent, Glenys, following the termination of a franchise agreement.
GIDEON v GRIAME [2016] DIFC SCT 115 — Apparent authority and Article 18 penalties (10 October 2016)
The dispute centered on the Claimant’s assertion that he was employed by the Defendant, GRIAME LLC, and was subsequently terminated without receiving his full contractual entitlements.
GIANG v GIGI [2016] DIFC SCT 052 — Employment law minimum standards and training deductions (22 May 2016)
The Claimant, a teacher assistant, initiated proceedings against her employer, Gigi Nursery, seeking reimbursement for medical bills incurred during her employment and contesting a proposed deduction from her end-of-service settlement.