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Khaleej Times
10 hours ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Abu Dhabi: Employee who never joined work awarded Dh110,400 in unpaid wages
A company has been ordered to pay a man Dh110,400 in unpaid wages for four months and 18 days by an Abu Dhabi Labour Court (First Instance). The employee was hired but never allowed to begin work. The claimant had filed a lawsuit against the company, demanding payment of his delayed salary from November 11, 2024, to April 7, 2025. He claimed that he had signed a fixed-term contract with a basic salary of Dh7,200 and a total monthly package of Dh24,000. However, the company continuously delayed his start date, leaving him waiting without pay. A representative for the company appeared in court, submitted a legal response and documents, and requested the case be transferred to a relevant division for judgment. 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 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 acknowledgment. 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.
Khaleej Times
5 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
UAE: Employee told to pay Dh310,000 for not serving notice, paying company dues
The Abu Dhabi Labour Court First Instance has ruled that a former employee must pay approximately Dh310,000 to a company he previously worked for. The company had filed a lawsuit claiming the employee owed them various amounts, ranging from compensation for failure to give due notice before resigning to excess phone charges. The company also demanded 9 per cent interest from the date of the claim until full payment, in addition to legal fees and court expenses, according to a report published by local newspaper Al Khaleej. The details of the lawsuit showed the company is seeking Dh180,000 as compensation for the employee's failure to give proper notice before leaving, along with Dh23,225, which he was allegedly overpaid during one month of work. It is also asking for the remaining balance of a loan, amounting to Dh105,325. In addition, it claims the former employee failed to return a company laptop worth Dh3,883, and made phone calls exceeding the allowed limit, costing Dh423. The company is requesting legal interest of 9 per cent from the date of the claim until full repayment, along with court fees, legal expenses, and attorney's fees. The employee had worked with the company for 11 months in a managerial position, earning a basic salary of Dh49,000 and a total monthly package of Dh90,000. He resigned without settling his dues to the company, according to the claim. The court assigned a financial expert to review the case and verify the company's claims. The expert concluded that the company was indeed entitled to Dh23,225 in overpaid salary and Dh121,825 as the remaining loan balance more than the amount originally claimed by the company. Regarding the compensation for failing to give notice, the court clarified that both parties in an employment contract have the right to terminate the relationship for a legitimate reason. However, the party initiating termination must provide a 30-day notice. If no such notice is given, compensation equivalent to the notice period (referred to as "notice allowance") must be paid to the other party.
