Employment laws significantly contribute to both employees and employers to know their duties and rights. Labor laws and regulations have changed significantly recently which led to the necessity of consulting on employment law when needed. These consultations greatly help in clarifying rights and resolving disputes between employees and employers. In this article, we will talk about employment law consultation and the rights and duties of employees and employers according to UAE labor law.
Establishing Work Relationships and Drafting Contracts in the UAE

Labor laws greatly help in preserving workers’ rights and regulations as they are a set of rules governing the relationship between the worker and the employer. These laws vary from one country to another, but they all aim to protect the interests of both parties. They help the employer in selecting and monitoring workers and making all decisions related to managing their business, and they help the worker in obtaining suitable conditions, specified working hours, and their right to occupational health And saftey regulations.
Employment law consultation greatly helps in implementing these rights to reduce disputes between the employer and the worker because each of them knows their rights and duties.
Terminating Work Relationships and Legal Settlement for Dismissal
Termination of a work relationship is a process in which the relationship between the employer and the worker is ended, and work disputes are settled. It includes a set of rights and obligations that both parties must observe, whether this dispute is for reasons within or outside of work.
Employment law consultation greatly helps in resolving these disputes, either through negotiations between the employer and the worker or through legal procedures and cases in various courts.
Rights and Duties of Employee and Employer According to UAE Labor Law
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The new UAE labor law has defined the rights of both the worker and the employer. Therefore, legal advice on labor law should be sought to ensure the rights and duties of each before starting work.
Employer’s Rights
Employer’s rights include the following:
- Requesting all necessary documents such as birth certificates, passports, etc.
- Choosing the suitable worker according to work needs.
- Monitoring workers during work performance.
- Making necessary decisions to manage work correctly.
Workers’ Rights
The law also affirmed workers’ rights:
- The right to work for a specified period and then take a rest period.
- Provision of transportation allowance, meal allowance, and housing allowance, with the worker receiving appropriate wages without delay or illegal deductions.
- No workplace discrimination between one worker and another based on religion, gender, or race.
- Providing a safe work environment with some personal protective equipment, especially in work areas exposed to risks, and the necessity of adhering to health and safety regulations.
- The worker’s right to terminate the employment contract in case of non-payment of wages or the end of the contract period.
- Workers’ right to establish a committee representing workers, discussing their affairs, and submitting their requests to the employer.
Settling Labor Disputes and Representing Parties Before Courts
Resolving labor disputes requires a precise understanding of labor laws. Therefore, consultation on labor law should be sought before settling these disputes, as the consultant greatly helps in protecting employees’ rights and assessing and resolving disputes.
It also helps in implementing employment contracts clauses and adhering to all employment conditions while assisting the employee in obtaining their appropriate wage. Omar Ashmwy Legal Consultancy Limited ensures fair and lawful emplyment dispute resolution.
Legal Consultations on Compliance with Labor Laws

When a consultant provides employment law legal advice, this greatly helps in implementing all local and international labor regulations and providing opinions on wrongful termination decisions without prior notice and providing necessary legal advice according to the laws applicable in the UAE and the obligations and rights of both the worker and the employer.
All workers must adhere to these regulations and laws to avoid losing their jobs or facing legal accountability. Employers must also adhere to these conditions and laws to ensure work proceeds correctly in a manner suitable for all parties.
Reviewing and Monitoring End-of-Service Benefits and Annual Leave
Employee benefits and compensation are among the most important things you can learn about when consulting on labor law. The employer must provide some benefits, compensations, and bonuses. This usually happens to attract employees. These compensations may be direct, like monetary compensation, or variable, like encouraging behavior or bonuses.
A specialist in employment law consultation can monitor these benefits, along with the necessity of the worker obtaining leave, whether annual or weekly. We provide employment law consultation and accurate review and monitoring of end-of-service benefits and annual leave to ensure full legal compliance and prevent future disputes.
Dealing with Complaints Regarding Wages, Working Hours, and Job Benefits
The labor consultant deals with all complaints submitted by employees to address any violations committed by the employer against the worker, which leads to preserving their rights. Protecting the worker’s right to official working hours, which are eight hours daily. These hours may increase or decrease according to work needs, considering providing financial compensation for increased hours and emphasizing the necessity of the worker taking a rest period after working for five consecutive hours.
Get expert Employment Law Consultation with Omar Ashmwy Legal Consultancy Limited to protect your rights and ensure full legal compliance with professionalism and precision.
Conclusion
Employment law consultation is one of the most important legal consultations to help workers and employers obtain their rights and know their duties. The office of Consultant Omar Ashmawy is one of the best offices you can consult in case of work disputes.
FAQs
How can I get free legal advice in the UAE?
When you need a free consultation on labor law, you can contact the office of Consultant Omar Ashmawy, who provides consultations on all issues concerning labor and workers.
Can I complain about my employer?
Yes, a worker can file a complaint against their employer in case of violations of their rights by the employer or if they do not receive appropriate wages