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Challenges LEGALiTi Aims to Overcome for UAE Employees
The bustling streets of the UAE paint a picture of prosperity and opportunities. Yet, beneath the surface, many employees face challenges that are often overwhelming and expensive.
Here are some common employment-related issues faced by workers in the UAE and their associated financial implications.
Getting Legal Assistance:
Just getting a grasp on your employment rights isn’t straightforward. Seeking basic legal advice or consultation can start from AED 500 per hour and that's just the beginning.
Employment Contract Review:
The complexities within those pages can be daunting. Do you need a professional contract review to ensure you're not being taken advantage of? That's another sum, starting from AED 500 per hour.
Passport Withholding:
It’s a deeply personal violation to have your passport withheld by employers. The journey to reclaim it can be steep, with costs beginning from AED 500 .
Unjust Absconding:
Being wrongfully labeled as 'absconded' can not only tarnish your reputation but can also lead to accumulated fines. Addressing this issue can cost from AED 1,800 , especially as those fines add up.
Wrongful Termination:
Being let go without a valid reason is a painful experience. Contesting such a dismissal often comes with a hefty price tag, starting at AED 2,000.
Unjust Salary Deductions:
Do you get unexpected and unauthorized deductions on your pay? Setting things right can set you back by an additional AED 500 or more.
Employer-Induced Fines
Sometimes, employers cause employees to incur unjust fines. Challenging and resolving these employer-induced fines might require you to shell out at least another AED 500.
Visa Cancellation issues:
A resignation followed by a delayed visa cancellation can put your prospects in jeopardy. Want to push for a timely resolution? There's another fee, starting from AED 250.
Unfair Labour Bans:
Facing a ban you didn't deserve hinders your right to work. Fighting against such bans is another financial battle, with costs ranging from AED 500.
Harassment & Discrimination:
Experiencing unfair treatment or discriminatory practices can be emotionally and financially draining. Seeking justice and resolution for such issues can start from AED 5,000.
False Accusations:
Being wrongfully accused of misconduct or other issues at work can severely damage your reputation and career. Defending against these accusations often begins at AED 5,000.
NDA/Confidentiality Issues:
Facing allegations of breaching confidentiality or an NDA? Penalties can range from AED 200,000 to AED 1,000,000. Getting expert legal advice to navigate these serious accusations starts from AED 5,000.
Occupational Injury Cases:
Suffering an injury at work not only affects your health but also your financial stability. Pursuing compensation and justice for occupational injuries can be costly, starting at least from AED 5,000.
Non-Compete Clause Issues:
Non-compete clauses limit career opportunities, preventing you from working in your field or starting your own business. Challenging the enforceability of a non-compete clause, or negotiating its terms, requires expert legal intervention, with costs starting from AED 4,000 .
Court Representation:
If all else fails and you find yourself facing the daunting doors of a courtroom, be prepared. Representation and ensuring justice can skyrocket to AED 20,000 depending on the amount involved in the claim.
How Can LEGALiTi Help With These Employment Issues?
Navigating these complexities alone can be overwhelming and financially draining. Each of these challenges comes with its own set of hurdles and significant costs, making it essential to have robust legal support by your side.
In the intricate maze of UAE's employment sector, you need more than just a job. You need assurance, protection, and a fierce advocate. With LEGALiTi, you secure all this and more, at a fraction of conventional legal costs. So, why brave the storm alone?
Join LEGALiTi today, and experience a seamless professional journey paired with unparalleled peace of mind.
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