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Arabian Business
4 days ago
- Business
- Arabian Business
Abu Dhabi real estate disputes end in $268m settlement
Abu Dhabi authorities have settled real estate disputes after handing out $268m settlements. The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has successfully completed a comprehensive settlement of all disputes related to the Wahat Al Zaweya and Wahat Yas real estate projects, disbursing nearly one billion dirhams in financial entitlements to beneficiaries. This is part of the department's ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency of the judicial system and uphold rights through fair and transparent settlement mechanisms. Abu Dhabi real estate disputes The judicial committee concluded a total of 1,348 lawsuits and enforcement files submitted against Wahat Al Zaweya Investment and Real Estate Development Company. Financial entitlements amounting to AED983,721,217 ($268m) were disbursed to beneficiaries. Key settlements in Wahat Al Zaweya project included resolving a major file submitted by a bank against the company, which resulted in an agreement to reschedule a debt of AED360m ($98m). Additionally, negotiations with several buyers led to agreements to continue existing contracts, supporting stability in related real estate transactions. These settlements and communications paved the way for the resumption of construction works at Wahat Al Zaweya, in accordance with procedures approved by the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre. The project has been divided into 14 phases, and the company is now required to deposit all purchase payments into an escrow account supervised by the centre. For Wahat Yas, the judicial committee resolved a dispute between Wahat Yas Real Estate Development Company and Wahat Al Zaweya Investment and Development Company over a plot of land in Al Raha Beach area. All related lawsuits and enforcement files, 53 in total, were also concluded. Across both projects, the dispute resolution process involved issuing 1,043 settlement reports, executing 1,237 disbursement transactions, holding 85 meetings, and documenting 167 correspondences with partners. These organised and thorough procedures reflect the Judicial Department's commitment to delivering effective solutions that strengthen confidence in Abu Dhabi's investment and real estate environment.
Al Etihad
28-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
ADJD enhances awareness of employer, domestic worker rights, responsibilities
28 May 2025 13:42 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD), in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Majalis of the Presidential Court's Citizens and Community Affairs Office, has hosted an awareness lecture at Al Wathba Majlis in Abu Dhabi to educate the public on the rights and responsibilities of employers and domestic initiative forms part of ADJD's ongoing commitment to promoting legal awareness and supporting human rights protection efforts, and to fostering legal literacy across all segments of society, thereby strengthening the Emirate's global by Judge Ali Hassan Al Hashemi, Deputy Head of the Abu Dhabi Labor Court, the lecture was held under the Department's Majalisna initiative. It focused on raising awareness of Federal Decree Law No. 9 of 2022 concerning domestic workers, and enhancing the understanding of the contractual relationship between employers and session highlighted key responsibilities of employers-such as setting fair wages, adhering to working hours, and granting leave entitlements-as well as the legal obligations of domestic workers. It also covered the proper legal procedures to be followed in the event of a dispute. Furthermore, the lecture provided an in-depth explanation of the legal framework that protects both parties, offering safeguards that ensure a balanced relationship based on mutual rights and responsibilities. The session also showcased the Judicial Department's streamlined litigation procedures and innovative dispute resolution mechanisms, designed to ensure swift, accessible justice. Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
Al Etihad
20-05-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
ADJD: Up to 2 years imprisonment and Dh200,000 fines for posting fake news, propaganda
20 May 2025 11:30 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has warned that the potential penalties for spreading rumours, fake news and anti-state propaganda are imprisonment and fines of up to Dh200, a post on its official account on X on Tuesday, ADJD clarified that according to Federal Decree-Law No. 34 of 2021 on combating rumours and cybercrime, use of the internet or any other information technology platform to post, repost, circulate or re-circulate fake news, false statements and malicious, misleading and erroneous reports, rumours that are contrary to what has been officially announced, or the spread of any sensational propaganda are punishable by imprisonment for at least one year and a fine of Dh100, the case of publishing false information or rumours that agitate public opinion against state authorities during times of pandemic, crisis or disaster, the violator could be imprisoned for at least two years and fined Dh200,000. The ADJD issued this public advisory as part of its ongoing legal and cultural awareness campaign. عقوبة نشر الشائعات والأخبار الكاذبة The punishment of spreading rumors and fake news — دائرة القضاء-أبوظبي (@ADJD_Official) May 20, 2025 Source: Aletihad - Abu Dhabi
Gulf Today
19-05-2025
- General
- Gulf Today
ADJD hosts several events on International Day of Families
In celebration of the International Day of Families, observed annually on May 15, the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) hosted a series of engaging family-oriented activities aimed at fostering community values and strengthening family bonds. These initiatives form part of the broader vision of the 'Year of Community 2025,' supporting efforts to promote family cohesion and social unity across the emirate. The celebration reflects the Department's steadfast commitment to preserving the integrity of the family unit through a range of innovative awareness programmes and initiatives tailored to all family members. This is in line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the ADJD, to ensure the sustainability of support programmes that enhance family stability, a cornerstone of a cohesive and resilient society that underpins Abu Dhabi's global competitiveness. The three-day celebration took place at The Galleria Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, and featured a variety of interactive and educational events. These included a Family Consultation and Chat Corner, where ADJD's family counsellors offered guidance, as well as workshops on the importance of family life and positive parenting aimed at enriching the overall quality of family wellbeing. A special 'Creative Child's World' area provided an array of fun, interactive activities and competitions for children, fostering a joyful and family-friendly atmosphere. Further enriching the event, a dedicated space showcased creative products and handcrafted items made by individuals at correctional and rehabilitation centres, as well as juvenile care centres. These exhibits reflect the cultural identity and heritage of the UAE, highlighting traditional crafts and values. In addition, visitors were introduced to the 'Abu Dhabi 360' app, designed to help all members of the community adopt a holistic approach to wellbeing. The app offers a personalised journey that redefines fitness and mental health, encouraging a balanced lifestyle across physical, mental, and social dimensions. Through these dynamic activities, the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department reaffirms its vital role in nurturing stronger families and a more connected society. Recently, the ADJD organised a family forum at the Juvenile Care Centre in Al Mafraq, in a move to promote humanitarian values and instill a spirit of giving and charitable work among juveniles, in keeping with the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, for spreading goodness and tolerance in society. The organisation of this event helps to intensify initiatives focused on inculcating noble values in the hearts of juveniles, to rehabilitate them as active members of society. The Family Forum gathered a large number of families of minors placed in care centres, and provided an opportunity to review the noble deeds of the late Sheikh Zayed, who extended a helping hand to all those in need, throughout the world, without discrimination or distinction. The event also provided an opportune setting for a presentation on the importance of humanitarian action and the culture of giving, assistance, solidarity, coexistence and the dissemination of messages of hope, which ultimately filter through to the behaviour of individuals and contribute to the consolidation of a positive spirit. In April, ADJD, through the Correctional and Rehabilitation Centres Sector, implemented the 'Eid Joy' initiative, which aims to enable male and female inmates who have demonstrated a positive behavioral commitment to meet their families and share with them the joy of Eid AlFitr. This initiative is in line with the Department's directives to instil positive values and achieve psychological and social stability for inmates of correctional and rehabilitation centres, which positively impacts their behavior and contributes to building a supportive correctional environment. The ADJD confirmed that the implementation of this initiative is part of its comprehensive rehabilitation strategy, which focuses on strengthening inmates' family ties, enabling them to reintegrate into society after the end of their sentences. The goal is to provide a stimulating rehabilitation environment that provides inmates with the opportunities to develop in preparation for a new life after their release. WAM
Al Etihad
18-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
ADJD champions family awareness with innovative initiatives on International Day of Families
18 May 2025 15:58 ABU DHABI (WAM)In celebration of the International Day of Families, observed annually on May 15, the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) hosted a series of engaging family-oriented activities aimed at fostering community values and strengthening family initiatives form part of the broader vision of the Year of Community 2025, supporting efforts to promote family cohesion and social unity across the celebration reflects the ADJD's steadfast commitment to preserving the integrity of the family unit through a range of innovative awareness programmes and initiatives tailored to all family initiative was organised in line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of the Presidential Court, and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department, to ensure the sustainability of support programmes that enhance family stability, a cornerstone of the cohesive and resilient society that underpins Abu Dhabi's global three-day celebration took place at The Galleria Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, and featured a variety of interactive and educational events. These included a Family Consultation and Chat Corner, where ADJD's family counsellors offered guidance, as well as workshops on the importance of family life and positive parenting, aimed at enriching the overall quality of family wellbeing.A special Creative Child's World area provided an array of fun, interactive activities and competitions for children, fostering a joyful and family-friendly enriching the event, a dedicated space showcased creative products and handcrafted items made by individuals at correctional and rehabilitation centres, as well as juvenile care centres. The exhibits reflect the cultural identity and heritage of the UAE, highlighting traditional crafts and were introduced to the Abu Dhabi 360 app, designed to help all members of the community adopt a holistic approach to wellbeing. The app offers a personalised journey that redefines fitness and mental health, encouraging a balanced lifestyle across physical, mental, and social these dynamic activities, the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department reaffirms its vital role in nurturing stronger families and a more connected society.
