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GERVOIS v GITTANA LLC AND GACINTA LLC [2016] DIFC SCT 078 — Freedom of contract in DIFC lease renewals (08 August 2016)
The dispute centered on the Claimant’s attempt to force a renewal of his residential lease in the DIFC on existing terms, specifically challenging a proposed 45% rent increase. The Claimant, a practicing lawyer, argued that the landlord’s attempt to terminate the lease or demand a higher rent was a…
GERT v GERMAINE [2016] DIFC SCT 097 — Fundamental non-performance in residential tenancy (25 September 2016)
This Small Claims Tribunal judgment clarifies the threshold for fundamental non-performance in DIFC tenancy contracts, establishing that persistent, unresolved major maintenance issues—even those originating from building-wide systems—justify early termination by the tenant.
GERDA v THE GERARDO [2016] DIFC SCT 062 — Employment gratuity and visa liability adjudication (30 June 2016)
The dispute centered on the final settlement owed to the Claimant, Gerda, following his resignation from his position as a "Baker" at The Gerardo, a restaurant located within the DIFC.
Gerda v Geoff LLC [2016] DIFC SCT 013 — Unpaid salary and unlawful deduction claims (21 March 2016)
The dispute centered on a claim for unpaid wages and compensation for untaken annual leave brought by Gerda, a Project Manager, against her former employer, Geoff LLC, a DIFC-based floral distribution company.
GENIE PJSC v GELLERT [2016] DIFC SCT 035 — SCT adjudication of rent arrears and utility payment disputes (22 May 2016)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the limits of its jurisdiction regarding third-party utility debts and the conditions required for an eviction order in a residential tenancy dispute.
GENAGER v GREET LIMITED [2016] DIFC SCT 161 — Employment liability and Article 18 penalty enforcement (30 November 2016)
The dispute centered on the Claimant’s assertion that Greet Limited was her employer, a fact contested by the Defendant, which argued that the Claimant was actually employed by a third party, Gen Trade, and merely seconded to Greet Limited.
Gaspar v Gavrilla & Company [2016] DIFC SCT 011 — Employment offer rescission and condition precedent (03 April 2016)
The dispute originated from an employment offer extended by the Defendant, a DIFC-registered limited liability partnership, to the Claimant, a solicitor. The relationship soured shortly before the scheduled start date of 18 January 2016 when the Defendant rescinded the offer, citing material…
Gamila v Gael [2016] DIFC SCT 098 — Enforcement of security deposit return (07 August 2016)
The dispute arose from the termination of a residential tenancy agreement for a unit in the DIFC. The Claimant, Gamila, sought the return of a security deposit totaling AED 5,000 following the expiration of a "Renewed Tenancy Contract." The underlying contractual relationship was governed by an…
GALIMA FZ v GRAGE [2015] DIFC SCT 231 — Consultancy agreement disputes and the valuation of contractual perks (02 March 2016)
The dispute arose from a Consultancy Agreement signed on 9 November 2015, under which the Claimant, Galima FZ, provided services to the Defendant, Grage, related to celebrity procurement for events.
GALIA v GABOR [2015] DIFC SCT 206 — Refund of investment funds following failure to prove shareholder status (11 January 2016)
The dispute centered on a failed investment transaction where the claimant sought to recover funds paid to the defendant for the purchase of shares. The claimant alleged that despite submitting a subscription form and transferring funds, he never received formal confirmation of his status as a…
Gael v Gamila [2016] DIFC SCT 010 — Enforcement of tenancy expiration and eviction (03 March 2016)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the limits of implied lease renewals in the DIFC, confirming that tenancy agreements containing explicit termination clauses do not automatically extend absent mutual consent.
GABLE LLC v GABRIELA [2016] DIFC SCT 006 — Employer’s failed attempt to claw back operational losses from an employee’s final settlement (15 February 2016)
The dispute arose when Gable LLC, a restaurant operator within the DIFC, sought to recover AED 184,422.75 from its former General Manager, Gabriela. The Claimant alleged that the Defendant was personally liable for uncollected "city ledger" invoices—credit extended to customers—that remained…
GABBY v GABE [2015] DIFC SCT 208 — Breach of Independent Contractor Agreement and penalty clause enforceability (15 February 2016)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the limits of contractual penalty clauses and the impact of project mismanagement on liability for construction delays.
FUSUN v FUNSKE [2015] DIFC SCT 081 — Employment dispute regarding terminal benefits and work permit cancellation (22 June 2015)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the limits of its jurisdiction regarding non-monetary relief and reaffirms the absence of statutory unfair dismissal claims under DIFC law.
FLORIS v FLOYD [2015] DIFC SCT 083 — Corporate veil and employment contract liability (30 June 2015)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies that administrative convenience and shared management do not override the formal identity of an employer in the DIFC.
Freek v Fulvia [2015] DIFC SCT 080 — A Small Claims Tribunal ruling on contractual formation via conduct (23 June 2015)
The Small Claims Tribunal confirms that a quotation proposal, when acted upon by the parties, constitutes a binding contract that triggers the DIFC Courts' exclusive jurisdiction clause.
FLIP v FREJA [2015] DIFC SCT 114 — Employment contract interpretation regarding relocation allowance clawbacks (22 July 2015)
The dispute centered on the interpretation of a repayment clause within an employment contract following the termination of the Claimant, a recruitment consultant, during her probationary period.
FLAVIAN v FLOELLA [2015] DIFC SCT 016 — Determining corporate versus personal liability in consultancy service agreements (21 October 2015)
The dispute arose from a consultancy relationship involving two distinct agreements: a formal Service Agreement signed on 19 September 2014 and a subsequent Supplemental Service Agreement finalized via email exchange in October 2014.
FERKO v FERMANDO LIMITED [2015] DIFC SCT 020 — Employment gratuity and contractual demobilization benefits (08 November 2015)
The dispute centered on the calculation and payment of end-of-service gratuity following the Claimant’s resignation on 31 August 2015. The Claimant contended that he was entitled to a total of AED 12,198 in gratuity, calculated from the commencement of his employment in February 2013.
FELIPE v FARIDA [2015] DIFC SCT 058 — Implied acceptance of salary reduction through continued performance (01 July 2015)
The dispute centered on the final settlement of end-of-service benefits following the expiration of the Claimant’s employment contract. Felipe asserted that his employer, Farida, had unilaterally reduced his salary between March 2014 and March 2015 without obtaining his formal approval.
FAYEZ v FARZIN FZE [2015] DIFC SCT 006 — Breach of contract for unpaid legal fees (22 November 2015)
The dispute arose after the Claimant, a London-based barrister, was retained to represent the Defendant, Farzin FZE, in a DIAC arbitration. The parties initially agreed to a fee of GBP 24,000 for case review, pleadings, and a three-day hearing.
Fatima v Fargo Group DIFC [2015] DIFC SCT 019 — Employment entitlement disputes and the primacy of DIFC Law (16 November 2015)
The dispute arose following the resignation of the Claimant, who served as a General Manager for the Defendant, a restaurant registered within the DIFC. Upon the conclusion of his employment on 21 August 2015, the Claimant sought recovery of unpaid salary for the final month, end-of-service…
Farouk v Farrin Advocates & Legal Consultants [2015] DIFC SCT 009 — Jurisdiction denied for lack of express opt-in (17 December 2015)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies that a choice of governing law clause does not constitute a valid agreement to confer jurisdiction upon the DIFC Courts.
Enola v Enok [2014] DIFC SCT 056 — Employment gratuity and loan deduction disputes (02 October 2014)
The Small Claims Tribunal clarifies the evidentiary threshold for termination for cause and confirms the enforceability of salary-split agreements and loan deductions from end-of-service benefits.