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Al Etihad
3 days ago
- Business
- Al Etihad
ADJD ends disputes in Wahat Al Zaweya, Wahat Yas real estate projects
2 June 2025 12:25 ABU DHABI (WAM) 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 is part of the department's ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency of the judicial system and uphold rights through fair and transparent settlement detail, the judicial committee concluded all lawsuits and enforcement files submitted against Wahat Al Zaweya Investment and Real Estate Development Company, totalling 1,348 cases. Financial entitlements amounting to Dh983,721,217 were disbursed to 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 Dh360 negotiations with several buyers led to agreements to continue existing contracts, supporting stability in related real estate 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 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 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 related lawsuits and enforcement files—53 in total—were also 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.
Khaleej Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Abu Dhabi: Dh1-billion settlement resolves dispute between developers
Abu Dhabi's court settled a dispute between two major developers, Wahat Al Zaweya and Wahat Yas real estate project, the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department announced Monday. The authority disbursed nearly Dh1 billion in financial entitlements to beneficiaries. In detail, the judicial committee concluded all lawsuits and enforcement files submitted against Wahat Al Zaweya Investment and Real Estate Development Company, totaling 1,348 cases. Financial entitlements amounting to Dh983,721,217 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 Dh360 million. 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. As 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.
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
Khaleej Times
20-05-2025
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Abu Dhabi: Record Dh100 million divorce case settled for expat couple
In a landmark case, the Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court has finalised a no-fault divorce between a foreign couple, resulting in a record-breaking financial settlement exceeding Dh100 million ($27 million). The couple, previously married in the UK, filed for a no-fault divorce before the Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court. The Abu Dhabi Civil Marriage Law No 14 of 2021 allows civil, non-religious resolutions for expats in matters of marriage, divorce, wills, and inheritance. The divorce was granted in under three weeks during a single court session. It is the largest reported divorce settlement of its kind in the Gulf region and highlights Abu Dhabi's status as a leading international legal centre. And the couple reached a financial settlement through the court, in coordination with a UK-based family law firm. The case confirms the growing international confidence in the country's legal system, the couple's decision to choose the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department was based on the distinguished reputation of the local courts and the legislative and procedural developments they are witnessing. The Abu Dhabi Civil Family Court is the only Family Court in the region where proceedings are conducted bilingually in English and Arabic. Its procedures are conducted by a specialised legal team, including lawyers from Britain, to prepare the case, ensuring that foreign litigants can fully understand and navigate the process with transparency and legal certainty. This case reflects a broader trend of high-net-worth individuals turning to Abu Dhabi for efficient and equitable handling of complex family disputes, reinforcing the emirate's emergence as a world-class legal hub for expatriates. This development reflects the Emirate's commitment to building a world-class legal and judicial framework for expatriates family matters, comparable to those in the best international practices like the UK, United States, and Scandinavian countries — further enhancing Abu Dhabi's attractiveness as a destination for residence, work, and investment.
