Living In UAE

Reader complaint

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement”

Explained: What are an employee’s rights to execute a court judgement against his employer

Published: August 25, 2020 10:00 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

1 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — Employer-employee relations in the UAE are monitored and regulated by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE). Image Credit: Stock image

2 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — A Gulf News reader received a Labour Court judgement in his favour but his employer has failed to execute it. Image Credit: Stock image

3 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — The reader had worked for a company in the UAE for 11 years and has not yet received his settlement amount. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

4 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — What recourse can you take if your former employer fails to execute a court judgement? Image Credit: Gulf News archives

5 of 21

Employer not executing judgement — Jihene Arfaoui, legal researcher with Al Suwaidi & Company spoke about the legal route available to employees. Image Credit: Supplied

6 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — An employee can submit a request for an executory judgement. Image Credit: Stock image

7 of 21

Former employer not executing judgement — You can also apply for the executory judgement earlier, if the judgement clearly states so. Image Credit: Stock image

8 of 21

You can file an early request for execution — Image Credit: Stock image

9 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — This can be done online, through the Ministry's website - www.mohre.gov.ae Image Credit: Stock image

10 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — If the court judgement details how the end-of-service benefits will be calculated, it is advisable to seek legal counsel to calculate the final settlement. Image Credit: Stock image

11 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — The plaintiff can also request the court to enquire and seize assets if the employer claims to not have enough funds. Image Credit: Stock image

12 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — Image Credit: Stock image

13 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — The court can then forcible implement the court judgement. Image Credit: Gulf News archives

14 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — How are disputes settled by the Labour Court? Image Credit: Stock image

15 of 21

Former employer not executing court judgement — Both parties should first try to settle the dispute amicably. Image Credit:

16 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — If an amicable settlement is not reached, they can approach the court to decide on the case. Image Credit: Stock image

17 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — Image Credit: Stock image

18 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — If an employee refuses to accept a settlement offered by the employer, the employer can file an 'offer and deposit' at the Labour Court. Image Credit: Stock image

19 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — An employee can still file a case with the Labour Court. Image Credit: Stock image

20 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — Court fees for Labour disputes. Image Credit: Stock image

21 of 21

UAE Labour Law: “My employer has not given my dues even after a court judgement” — For claims over Dh100,000, the employee needs to pay court fees. Image Credit: Stock image

Browse by Categories

Related stories

This website stores cookies on your computer. These cookies are used to improve your experience and provide more personalized service to you. Both on your website and other media. To find out more about the cookies and data we use, please check out our Privacy Policy.