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Time of India
2 hours ago
- Time of India
UAE court sides with wife, blocks husband's plan to marry again and house both wives together
Fujairah court ruled under Article 77 that forcing a wife to share her home with a future co-wife constitutes psychological harm (Representational Image) A court in Fujairah has ruled in favor of a woman who filed a legal case against her husband, claiming that his persistent threats to marry a second wife and force both spouses to live in the same residence amounted to psychological harm. The case, initially dismissed by a lower court, was successfully appealed, marking a notable application of the UAE's Personal Status Law in protecting women's rights within polygamous marriages. The legal conflict began as a personal disagreement within the household but quickly escalated. According to court documents, the husband had not only expressed his intention to take a second wife, but also made it clear he expected both women to live together in the same home. The wife argued that this created a hostile emotional environment, inflicting psychological pressure and fear over the wellbeing of her children and the sanctity of her personal life. As reported by Emarat Al Youm, the appellate court found that these repeated threats constituted more than mere domestic tensions, they were a form of "veiled intimidation" that directly impacted the wife's mental health and the stability of her family unit. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Central to the appellate court's decision was Article 77 of the UAE Personal Status Law, which stipulates that a wife has the right to a separate residence not shared with another spouse. The court stated that this right is "a fundamental part of the marital contract", thereby reinforcing the wife's legal and emotional autonomy in the context of a polygamous union. The lower court had initially dismissed the wife's request to prevent her husband from housing a second wife in their shared home. However, upon appeal and after reviewing arguments submitted by legal counsel for both parties, the appellate court reversed this portion of the judgment. It ruled that the wife had the right to exclusive use of the marital residence, citing the psychological impact and potential emotional harm of forced cohabitation. While the court sided with the wife on the matter of residential exclusivity, it upheld all other elements of the lower court's ruling, particularly concerning financial obligations. These include: Dh1,000 in monthly spousal support Dh5,000 in monthly child support Employment and salary of a domestic worker Transfer of children's identification documents These responsibilities were confirmed as part of the husband's continuing duties, regardless of any future marital arrangements he might pursue. However, the appellate court rejected another request by the wife, to bar the husband's relatives from entering the family home. The court ruled that such a restriction is 'not practically enforceable,' and encouraged both parties to 'reach a mutual understanding' in line with prevailing social customs and family values. In its final ruling, the Fujairah court annulled the provision allowing cohabitation with a second wife, recognizing it as a source of psychological distress and a violation of the wife's rights. However, the wife was ordered to bear the court fees and pay Dh200 in legal costs.
NDTV
a day ago
- Business
- NDTV
UAE Man Who Never Worked A Day Wins Rs 26 Lakh In Salary Dispute
An Abu Dhabi company has been ordered to pay AED 110,400 (approximately Rs 26 lakh) as "unpaid wages" to an employee who, despite receiving an offer letter, was never allowed to start working. The employee, whose name was not disclosed, filed a lawsuit against the company, claiming that his salary for the period from November 11, 2024, to April 7, 2025, was illegally withheld. According to a report in The Khaleej Times, the employee had signed a fixed-term contract with the company, which stipulated a basic salary of AED 7,200 and a total monthly compensation package of AED 24,000. Despite the signed contract, the employee was never given the opportunity to commence his employment. The court's decision underscores the importance of upholding employment agreements, even when work hasn't begun. The court stated that "it was clear from the wage report, the employment contract, and the supporting documents submitted through the case management system that the delay in starting work was due to the employer," according to local newspaper Emarat Al Youm. The Abu Dhabi Labour Court emphasised that under Federal Decree-Law No. (33) of 2021 regulating labour relations, employers are obligated to pay wages on time according to the systems approved by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation. Citing Article 912 of the Civil Transactions Law, the court ruled that wages are a worker's right and cannot be withheld without proof, such as a written waiver or legal acknowledgement. The employer had argued the employee wasn't entitled to his salary because he "did not report to duty and went on leave." But the court found no evidence of a formal investigation into any absence, determining that the delay in employment was the company's fault. The employee admitted taking eight days off, which were deducted from the total, resulting in a payment for four months and 18 days.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
UAE man jailed for paying Dh30,000 to sorcerers and sharing wife's private photos to win her back
The man's attempts included contacting three different sorcerers, spending Dh30,000 overall, before the authorities intervened and arrested him/ Representational Image A man in the UAE has been sentenced to six months in prison after being convicted of engaging in sorcery and violating the privacy of his estranged wife and her family. The Fujairah Court of Appeal upheld the initial ruling, which also included the confiscation and destruction of materials seized during the investigation. The case came to light after the wife filed a police report, accusing her husband of using black magic against her, their children, and her relatives. Her suspicions were confirmed when she was contacted by a spiritual healer who provided her with WhatsApp messages and photos that directly implicated her husband. According to a report by Emarat Al Youm , the husband admitted during police interrogation that he had gone online in search of someone who could cast love spells to restore his failing marriage. He found a woman from another Arab country promoting herself on social media as an expert in 'bringing back loved ones.' He contacted her via WhatsApp and paid her Dh20,000. As part of the ritual, he sent her personal images of his wife, a video of himself, and their phone numbers. Things took a turn when the woman demanded an additional Dh25,000. When he refused, she threatened to expose his actions by sending the compromising content to his wife. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Click Here - This Might Save You From Losing Money Expertinspector Click Here Undo Undeterred by the threat, the man turned to another practitioner, paying Dh10,000 for a second attempt at spellwork. When that too failed, he contacted a third woman who didn't initially request money, but before anything could proceed further, he was apprehended by authorities. Meanwhile, the wife had already moved out of their home two months earlier and had initiated divorce proceedings due to alleged abuse. Her suspicions regarding her husband's use of sorcery were further confirmed when a woman — believed to be connected to the earlier 'spiritual healer' — contacted her from outside the UAE and offered evidence of his actions for Dh35,000. Refusing to pay without seeing proof, the wife was sent photos, a video, and images of magical rituals. These materials were handed over to the police. The Public Prosecution brought four formal charges against the man: Engaging in fraudulent activities and sorcery with unknown individuals (whose phone numbers were later traced), Endangering others, Violating personal privacy by transmitting private images through WhatsApp, Illegally possessing and distributing private materials. These charges fell under the UAE's cybercrime and fraud laws and were classified as misdemeanors. The initial court found the evidence compelling and handed down a six-month prison sentence, along with an order to confiscate and destroy the incriminating digital materials. The man appealed the ruling, denying all charges in court. However, the appellate court rejected his claims, citing clear evidence and sound legal reasoning in the original verdict. The appeal was dismissed, and the six-month jail sentence was officially upheld by the Fujairah Court of Appeal. The case has garnered public attention for highlighting the intersection of digital privacy, superstition, and the misuse of technology in personal relationships. No further charges were reported against the spiritual healers involved, though their identities and phone numbers were part of the investigation. The court's final decision underlined the UAE's firm stance against sorcery, fraud, and cyber-enabled privacy violations.
Khaleej Times
6 days ago
- Khaleej Times
Dubai: Man jailed, to be deported for making illegal purchases with stolen credit card
A Dubai court has sentenced an Arab man to one month in prison, fined him Dh7,596, ordered the confiscation of the device used in the crime, and ruled for his deportation after he was found guilty of using a stolen credit card to make illegal purchases. According to a report by Emarat Al Youm, the man was referred to the Dubai Misdemeanor Court by the Public Prosecution on two charges: unlawfully using a credit or debit card or its data to obtain funds, and unauthorised access to sensitive digital information, including bank account data and electronic payment methods. Despite the defendant denying the charges, the court found sufficient evidence to convict him. The defendant did not appeal the verdict. This comes just months after a similar high-profile incident in March, where a Dubai-based Asian doctor discovered her credit card had been used to make 14 unauthorised transactions totalling over Dh120,000, all while she was in the operating room performing a surgery. In that case, the doctor told Khaleej Times she only learned about the fraudulent activity after leaving the operating theatre. She was left in shock after being held accountable for the charges by her bank, despite never having authorised the payments. Cybersecurity experts warn that such cases are becoming increasingly common in the UAE, with some public sector institutions facing up to 50,000 cyber threats daily. But customers affected by banking fraud say they are often met with blame, silence, or harassment by debt collectors, rather than receiving support or protection. As online transactions grow, so do the loopholes exploited by criminals. Experts urge residents to monitor their accounts closely, enable transaction alerts, and report suspicious activity immediately.
Gulf Insider
29-05-2025
- Business
- Gulf Insider
UAE Central Bank Orders Halt To Minimum Balance Hike
In a major new development, the Central Bank of the UAE on Tuesday instructed all banks operating in the country to suspend planned increases to the minimum balance requirement for personal accounts, pending a formal review of the policy's impact on consumers. In a circular obtained by Emarat Al Youm, the Central Bank explicitly addressed recent reports indicating that several major banks were preparing to raise the minimum required balance from Dh3,000 to Dh5,000, starting June 1. The move, which would have subjected non-compliant customers to monthly fees of up to Dh105, had already been implemented by at least one leading institution. 'With reference to what has been circulated in the media and social platforms about some banks' intention to raise the minimum balance to Dh5,000, the Central Bank has decided to study the impact of this increase on customers,' the circular read. 'Accordingly, banks are instructed to suspend the increase and refrain from applying it until further notice.' The decision follows Emarat Al Youm's earlier report that several major banks had planned to implement the new Dh5,000 threshold starting June 1, in line with updates to Central Bank regulations. One leading bank had already enacted the change, with others expected to follow suit in the coming weeks. The announcement of the potential increase triggered widespread public criticism, with account holders voicing concern over the financial burden on lower-income residents and small businesses. Under the now-paused policy, customers who failed to maintain a Dh5,000 balance in their current accounts would have been charged a monthly fee of Dh25, unless they met certain exemption criteria. These included transferring a salary of at least Dh15,000 per month, maintaining an aggregate account balance of Dh20,000 or more, or having an active credit card, overdraft, or loan with the bank. Customers with monthly salaries below Dh5,000 and no qualifying banking products would have been automatically charged the fee, with some banks reportedly planning to increase the penalty to Dh 100 or more, depending on the account type.
