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LUSTIN v LEND [2022] DIFC SCT 284 — exclusive jurisdiction clauses and the opt-out doctrine (11 August 2022)
The litigation concerned a contractual dispute between Lustin and Lend regarding the payment of outstanding sums. The Claimant initiated proceedings in the Small Claims Tribunal seeking recovery of AED 39,375, which it alleged was owed under an agreement dated 15 December 2020.
LIAM v LUKE RESTAURANT AND BAR [2020] DIFC SCT 284 — Employment termination and probation period entitlements (07 October 2020)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the application of notice period exemptions during probation under the DIFC Employment Law.
NICHOLAS v NORMAND [2024] DIFC SCT 281 — Finalization of flight ticket reimbursement (07 October 2024)
The dispute centers on a claim for reimbursement of travel costs initiated by the Claimant, Nicholas, against two Defendants, Normand and Norbert. The core of the controversy involved the Claimant’s entitlement to recover the cost of a flight ticket from Dubai to Sri Lanka, a component of a broader…
NICHOLAS v NORMAND [2024] DIFC SCT 281 — Apportioning employer liability in internal secondment disputes (04 October 2024)
The Claimant, Nicholas, initiated proceedings against two related DIFC entities, Normand (the First Defendant) and Norbert (the Second Defendant), seeking a total of AED 30,950 in unpaid remuneration and associated employment benefits.
IOLAUIS v IOLETTE RESOURCES [2018] DIFC SCT 281 — Employment termination and benefit dispute (12 December 2018)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the evidentiary burden required for employees to claim discretionary benefits and the necessity of demonstrating tangible harm in defamation claims following a 'for cause' termination.
JUGNU CONSULTANCY v JUNUS INDUSTRIES [2019] DIFC SCT 279 — Breach of contract in recruitment services (17 July 2019)
The dispute centered on an unpaid invoice for recruitment services provided by Jugnu Consultancy (the Claimant) to Junus Industries (the Defendant). The Claimant was engaged to conduct a global search for a ‘General Manager’ position based in Kuwait.
NATALE v NORAIZ [2024] DIFC SCT 278 — Security deposit recovery and contractual limits on landlord deductions (21 August 2024)
The dispute centered on the Claimant’s attempt to recover a withheld security deposit following the conclusion of a tenancy agreement for a unit located within the DIFC. The Claimant sought the return of the deposit after vacating the premises, but the Defendant, who had recently acquired the…
NADHEER v NASRULLAH [2024] DIFC SCT 277 — Employment entitlement and penalty waiver dispute (19 September 2024)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the application of statutory penalty waivers under the DIFC Employment Law when litigation is initiated prematurely.
Junnia v Juss Cafe And Restaurant [2019] DIFC SCT 276 — Employment dispute regarding unpaid wages and Article 18 penalties (22 July 2019)
The Claimant, a former Chef Assistant, initiated proceedings against his employer, Juss Cafe And Restaurant, seeking recovery of unpaid wages, payment in lieu of accrued vacation leave, and end-of-service gratuity.
HOLLY INTERNATIONAL v HAMISH MIDDLE EAST [2018] DIFC SCT 276 — Recruitment contract liability and corporate authorization (12 March 2018)
The dispute centered on the recovery of unpaid invoices totaling AED 220,039 for recruitment services provided by Holly International (UAE) Limited to Hamish Middle East. The Claimant alleged that it had fulfilled its obligations by providing sales executives to the Defendant, but the Defendant…
MINTAL v MAFTMAFT [2022] DIFC SCT 274 — jurisdictional contest over contractual assignment (01 August 2022)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the limits of DIFC jurisdiction when contractual rights are novated to foreign entities and the underlying agreements lack an express opt-in clause.
Leekhit v Liladhar [2021] DIFC SCT 274 — Enforcement of tenancy obligations and eviction order (23 December 2021)
The dispute centered on a residential tenancy agreement for a unit located within the DIFC. The Claimant, Leekhit, initiated proceedings against the Defendant, Liladhar, following the latter's failure to meet rental payment obligations and the subsequent expiration of the tenancy contract.
Kalila Products Factory v Kalyani Fz LLC [2018] DIFC SCT 274 — Software implementation dispute and user training obligations (29 September 2019)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the evidentiary burden in ERP software disputes, ruling that user familiarity issues do not constitute a breach of contract where the service provider has fulfilled its implementation duties.
LUMSA v LACTIN [2022] DIFC SCT 273 — Employment status and commission-based remuneration (03 October 2022)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the limitations of statutory employment protections when an employee transitions to a commission-only, freelance-style remuneration structure.
MIRMI v MESAAB TEHCNOLOGY [2023] DIFC SCT 272 — Small Claims Tribunal ruling on recovery of legal fees for share registration (10 October 2023)
The dispute arose from a former employment relationship between the Claimant, Mirmi, and the Defendant, Mesaab Tehcnology Limited. Following the termination of her role as a Commercial Vice President, the Claimant sought to enforce her contractual entitlement to equity stock.
MIRTU v MIWAN [2023] DIFC SCT 271 — Procedural correction of party identity (21 August 2023)
The dispute concerns an employment matter between the Claimant, Mirtu, and the employer, Miwan. Upon filing the Claim Form on 20 July 2023, the Claimant failed to distinguish between the corporate entity and its individual representative.
LINARD v LIUF [2022] DIFC SCT 271 — Tenancy dispute regarding unpaid rent and corporate liability (04 October 2022)
The dispute arose from a commercial tenancy relationship concerning a property unit in the DIFC. The Claimant, Linard, entered into a one-year lease agreement with the First Defendant, a corporate entity, on 29 October 2021.
Laxt v Logti [2022] DIFC SCT 270 — Breach of lease and unauthorized subletting (16 September 2022)
The dispute arose from a residential lease agreement for a unit in the Sky Gardens Building, entered into on 30 October 2021 between the Claimant, Laxt, and the First Defendant, Logti, a holiday home company.
Lodonna v Lachin Fitness [2020] DIFC SCT 270 — Employment termination and contractual supersession (22 October 2020)
The dispute centered on the termination of a fitness instructor’s employment and the subsequent claims for various forms of compensation arising from the cessation of her role. The Claimant, Lodonna, sought a total of AED 121,405, though the Court noted discrepancies in the documentation provided…
Naila v Nakir [2024] DIFC SCT 269 — Contractual liability of the signatory in third-party vehicle bailment (12 September 2024)
The dispute arose from a car rental agreement where the Claimant, Naila, sought recovery for unpaid rental extensions, vehicle damage, and traffic-related penalties. The Claimant alleged that the Defendant, Nakir, remained liable for all costs associated with the vehicle, which had been in the…
NOEL v NAKIA [2023] DIFC SCT 269 — Default judgment for unpaid services (13 May 2024)
The litigation concerns a commercial debt arising from professional services provided by the Claimant to the Defendant during the 2022 calendar year. The Claimant initiated the action to recover an outstanding balance that remained unpaid despite the Defendant’s prior acknowledgment of the debt.
Laasya v Lahaan [2022] DIFC SCT 268 — Brokerage fee recovery for commercial lease procurement (28 September 2022)
The dispute centered on a claim for unpaid commission arising from a lease brokerage agreement. The Claimant, Laasya, alleged that it had successfully introduced the Defendant, Lahaan, to a commercial property in the Ladessa Tower, which the Defendant subsequently leased by bypassing the broker and…
LILY v LEON RESTAURANT DIFC [2020] DIFC SCT 268 — Invalidity of contractual visa cost recoupment (05 October 2020)
This Small Claims Tribunal judgment clarifies the absolute prohibition against shifting statutory employer costs to employees, affirming that contractual clauses requiring the reimbursement of visa and training fees are void under the DIFC Employment Law.
MUFTO v MEKET [2023] DIFC SCT 267 — Employment dispute regarding visa expenses and statutory entitlements (02 October 2023)
The dispute arose from an employment relationship governed by an agreement dated 5 February 2022. The Claimant, Mufto, sought a total of AED 20,050 from his former employer, Meket, following his resignation on 18 June 2023.