Can an employer in UAE deny someone on maternity leave her gratuity?
How are end-of-service benefits affected by maternity leave?
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We asked Aditi Gandhi, a Dubai-based legal adviser, if maternity leave can be deducted from a person’s gratuity. This is what she said:
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Here’s what you need to know about maternity leave and gratuity.
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How is salary affected by maternity leave in UAE
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How is salary affected by maternity leave in UAE
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What is parental leave?
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This is as per Article 74 of the UAE Labour Law amended by virtue of Article 2 of Federal Decree Law No.6/2020
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Does the parental leave need to be taken all at once?
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Does the parental leave need to be taken all at once?
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Now, for gratuity…who is eligible?
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How is gratuity calculated?
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Can an employer deny someone on maternity leave her gratuity?
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Can an employer deny someone on maternity leave her gratuity?
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What about if someone needs multiple maternity breaks?
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What about if someone needs multiple maternity breaks?
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Legal recourse if maternity leave is denied
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Legal recourse if maternity leave is denied
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