Under a new law, domestic workers and employers in the UAE can now resolve disputes more quickly, thanks to new regulations introduced by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre). The new rules, announced last week, allow cases involving AED 50,000 or less to be directly handled by Mohre without needing to go to court. Keep reading to find out how this change helps to create a fairer relationship between domestic workers and employers.
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How Does The New Law Work?
The new regulations simplify the process for both parties:
- Referral to Court of First Instance: If no civil settlement is reached within a set timeframe, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre) will refer the case to the Court of First Instance instead of the Court of Appeals.
- 15-Day Filing Window: Any party involved in the dispute has 15 working days from notification to file a lawsuit with the Court of First Instance to challenge Mohre’s decision.
- Temporary Suspension: Filing the lawsuit temporarily suspends the enforcement of Mohre’s decision.
- Efficient Resolution: These new procedures save time and effort and streamline the process, allowing claimants to collect their legal entitlements more quickly.
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Who Benefits from the New Law?
This new law is a win-win for both domestic workers and employers. By avoiding lengthy court battles, both sides save time and resources. Before this new law, Mohre didn’t have the authority to make decisions, and disputes had to go to court, a process that often favoured employers more than domestic workers. These changes to UAE labour laws focus on promoting social justice by establishing a more balanced relationship between domestic workers and employers.
Better Protection For Domestic Workers
Domestic workers are now more empowered to take legal action against employers. Previously, many were discouraged by the costs and lengthy court procedures, but with the new regulations, they can simply file a complaint with Mohre. While lawyer fees can reach upwards of AED 15,000 even for simple cases, this amendment makes it easier for workers to seek justice, aligning with the recent changes to the UAE Labor Law.
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