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MOHAMMED SADIYYAH v KHATIB & ALAMI [2022] DIFC CFI 099 — Consent order fixing quantum of costs (06 October 2022)
The litigation originated from a jurisdictional challenge brought by the Defendants, Khatib & Alami and Khatib & Alami Partners PTD Ltd, against the Claimant, Mohammed Sadiyyah. The dispute centered on the Claimant’s attempt to bring proceedings within the DIFC Court, which the Defendants contested…
MOHAMMED SADIYYAH v KHATIB & ALAMI [2021] DIFC CFI 099 — Stay of proceedings pending enforcement of exclusive jurisdiction clause (14 June 2022)
The DIFC Court of First Instance clarifies the interplay between the Article 5(A)(1)(b) jurisdictional gateway and the enforcement of exclusive foreign jurisdiction agreements in the context of a Global Settlement Agreement.
MOHAMMED SADIYYAH v KHATIB & ALAMI [2022] DIFC CFI 099 — Procedural extension in jurisdiction challenge (01 March 2022)
The litigation involves a claim brought by Mohammed Sadiyyah against Khatib & Alami and Khatib & Alami Partners Ptd Ltd. The core of the current procedural impasse centers on an application filed by the Defendants on 18 January 2022, which challenges the jurisdiction of the DIFC Courts to…
BHANU CHOUDHRIE v DHARIYA CHOUDHRIE [2026] DIFC CFI 098 — Governance and Founder status in DIFC Foundations (23 March 2026)
The dispute concerns the governance, control, and legal status of the Stellar International Art Foundation, a DIFC-registered entity. The Claimant, Bhanu Choudhrie, initiated proceedings in late 2025, seeking to assert control over the Foundation by claiming he was the "Real Founder," a status he…
BHANU CHOUDHRIE v DHARIYA CHOUDHRIE [2026] DIFC CFI 098 — Refusal of extension of time for non-compliance (02 March 2026)
The dispute arises from a Part 8 claim initiated by Bhanu Choudhrie against Dhariya Choudhrie and Anita Choudhrie. Following a hearing held on 16 January 2026, H.E. Justice Sir Jeremy Cooke issued an order on 30 January 2026.
MR NANCY v NARCISSA DIFC [2023] DIFC CFI 098 — Employment termination and carry entitlement dispute (06 August 2025)
The lawsuit centered on a complex employment relationship within the private equity sector. Mr Nancy, a senior professional, sought substantial financial recovery from his former employer, Narcissa DIFC, alleging that he was entitled to significant "carry" (carried interest) payments and unpaid…
NANCY v NARCISSA [2024] DIFC CFI 098 — Proportionality in interlocutory costs assessments (19 July 2024)
The dispute centers on a complex employment relationship involving allegations of contract continuation, breach of duty, and indemnity claims. The Claimant, Nancy, initiated proceedings against the Defendant, Narcissa, asserting nine distinct heads of claim, ranging from the existence of an express…
NANCY v NARCISSA [2024] DIFC CFI 098 — Employment termination and strike-out of post-termination claims (08 July 2024)
The DIFC Court of First Instance clarifies the threshold for striking out employment claims, confirming the validity of a termination date and dismissing claims for express post-termination contracts and indemnities.
AL BUHAIRA NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY v HORIZON ENERGY [2021] DIFC CFI 098 — Avoidance of marine insurance policies for non-disclosure (26 September 2024)
The DIFC Court of First Instance confirms an insurer’s right to avoid Hull and War policies due to the insured’s failure to provide a fair presentation of risk regarding vessel classification and operational status.
AL BUHAIRA NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY v HORIZON ENERGY [2024] DIFC CFI 098 — procedural extension for expert evidence (24 July 2024)
The litigation, registered under Case No. CFI 098/2021, involves a Part 7 claim initiated by Al Buhaira National Insurance Company against two respondents: Horizon Energy LLC and Al Buhaira International Shipping Inc.
AL BUHAIRA NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY v HORIZON ENERGY [2023] DIFC CFI 098 — Interim anti-suit injunction pending appeal (19 January 2023)
The litigation concerns a complex insurance dispute involving Al Buhaira National Insurance Company (the Claimant) and two Respondents: Horizon Energy LLC and Al Buhaira International Shipping Inc.
AL BUHAIRA NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY v HORIZON ENERGY [2022] DIFC CFI 098 — Permission to appeal granted on insurance law and lis alibi pendens (25 November 2022)
The DIFC Court of First Instance grants partial permission to appeal, setting the stage for a critical examination of how mandatory UAE federal insurance regulations interact with DIFC jurisdiction clauses.
AL BUHAIRA NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY v HORIZON ENERGY [2022] DIFC CFI 098 — Anti-suit injunction application dismissed (09 November 2022)
The DIFC Court of First Instance clarifies the threshold for restraining parallel proceedings, holding that the mere existence of concurrent litigation in Sharjah does not constitute vexatious or oppressive conduct warranting an anti-suit injunction.
AL BUHAIRA NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY v HORIZON ENERGY [2022] DIFC CFI 098 — Procedural consent order for anti-suit injunction and joinder (09 September 2022)
The litigation involves a conflict between Al Buhaira National Insurance Company and Horizon Energy LLC, centered on the Claimant's efforts to restrain the Defendant from pursuing parallel proceedings elsewhere.
AL BUHAIRA NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY v HORIZON ENERGY [2022] DIFC CFI 098 — Alternative service via email (02 September 2022)
The Claimant, Al Buhaira National Insurance Company, found itself in a position where traditional methods of service were either insufficient or impractical for the second defendant, Al Buhaira International Shipping Inc (ABIS).
AL BUHAIRA NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY v HORIZON ENERGY [2022] DIFC CFI 098 — Permission to appeal dismissed regarding jurisdiction and abuse of process (05 August 2022)
The dispute originated from an insurance policy covering a vessel that went missing and was subsequently located in Iranian waters. The insured party, Horizon Energy LLC, sought compensation for the loss of the vessel from the insurer, Al Buhaira National Insurance Company.
AL BUHAIRA NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY v HORIZON ENERGY [2022] DIFC CFI 098 — Jurisdiction and abuse of process in marine insurance disputes (27 April 2022)
The DIFC Court of First Instance affirms that "courts of the United Arab Emirates" encompasses the DIFC Courts, rejecting attempts to use Article 110 of the UAE Insurance Law to bar declaratory relief in marine insurance coverage disputes.
AL BUHAIRA NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY v HORIZON ENERGY [2022] DIFC CFI 098 — Procedural extension of time for evidence submission (09 February 2022)
The litigation involves a Part 7 claim initiated by Al Buhaira National Insurance Company against Horizon Energy. While the substantive merits of the insurance claim remain pending, the current procedural posture concerns an application filed by the Defendant on 27 December 2021.
BRAND LOUNGE FZ v MOHAMED HILAL GROUP [2025] DIFC CFI 097 — Setting aside default judgment for substantive defense (18 April 2025)
The litigation centers on a commercial disagreement regarding the performance of professional services. The Claimant, Brand Lounge FZ, initiated proceedings alleging that the Defendant, Mohamed Hilal Group, failed to satisfy payment obligations arising from two specific service contracts.
CHINA CONSTRUCTION EIGHTH ENGINEERING DIVISION v ORIENTAL PEARLS REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT [2023] DIFC CFI 097 — Default judgment for construction debt and bond cancellation (09 June 2023)
The dispute centered on the recovery of outstanding principal sums owed by Oriental Pearls Real Estate Development LLC to the Claimant, China Construction Eighth Engineering Division Corp. Ltd. (Dubai Branch), arising from construction project engagements.
CHINA CONSTRUCTION EIGHTH ENGINEERING DIVISION v ORIENTAL PEARLS REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT [2023] DIFC CFI 097 — Extension of time for service and alternative service (25 April 2023)
The claimant, China Construction Eighth Engineering Division Corp. Ltd (Dubai Branch), initiated proceedings against the defendant, Oriental Pearls Real Estate Development LLC, under claim number CFI 097/2022.
CHINA CONSTRUCTION EIGHTH ENGINEERING DIVISION v ORIENTAL PEARLS REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT [2023] DIFC CFI 097 — Alternative service by email (07 April 2023)
The dispute arises from a construction-related claim initiated by China Construction Eighth Engineering Division (Dubai Branch) against Oriental Pearls Real Estate Development. The Claimant sought to advance its claim by serving the claim form, statement of case, and supporting witness evidence…
LAILA HABIB AHMAD SHUAIB v DANUBE PROPERTIES DEVELOPMENT [2021] DIFC CFI 097 — Discontinuation and cost assessment (27 April 2021)
The litigation involved a claim brought by Laila Habib Ahmad Shuaib against Danube Properties Development, a real estate developer, concerning a property-related dispute. The proceedings were initiated in the DIFC Court of First Instance under claim number CFI 097/2020.
MUREX GULF PROPERTIES COMPANY v THE INVESTMENT DAR COMPANY [2024] DIFC CFI 096 — Procedural adjustment for cost assessment (09 September 2024)
The litigation between Murex Gulf Properties Company K.S.C.C and The Investment Dar Company K.S.C.C, filed under claim number CFI 096/2022, has reached the stage of detailed cost assessment.