Mastering UAE Labour Law: A Practical Guide to Compliance & Strategy Paperback – 9 October 2024

Written by Kavita Gujarathi and Raghwendra Kumar Verma, Mastering UAE Labour Law: A Practical Guide to Compliance & Strategy provides essential insights into the UAE’s updated labor laws, implemented on February 2, 2022. The book covers crucial topics such as employment contracts, visa categories, non-compete clauses, gratuity, and various leave entitlements, offering clear explanations and practical guidance. It also addresses termination policies, dispute resolution, and workplace safety, making it an indispensable resource for employers, employees, legal professionals, and HR specialists.

-Learning the Law-Review of 'Mastering UAE Labour Law' by Raghwendra Kumar Verma and Kavita GujarathiThousands maybe lakhs of Indians go out of country every year in search of better prospects. Some go for work, some for studies and others to live with their loved ones. Thousands of Indians go to UAE too and in case you are related to the field of law, particularly labour law, this book is for you.The book offers answers to many queries like can maternity leave be extended, what are the grounds of termination on ground of medical disability, will a sick employee get a salary and many others.'Mastering UAE Labour Law' is a practical guide to compliance and strategy that offers a microscopic view to the new labour law that has transformed the employment landscape in the United Arab Emirates. Effective from 2nd February 2022, this law introduces significant changes aimed at enhancing workplace flexibility, combating discrimination,and ensuring the safety and efficiency of employees.Whether you are an employer, employee, legal professional, or HR specialist, this book serves as an essential resource for understanding and navigating the complexities of the UAE's modernised labour market. With contributions from experts in the field, it provides clear explanations and actionable advice to help you stay compliant and competitive in this dynamic environment.This book provides a detailed examination of the various aspects of the new law, including the introduction of new work models, visa categories, non-compete clauses, gratuity, annual leave, sick leave, and additional leaves such as maternity and study leave. It also explores the law's impact on the rights and obligations of both employers and employees, offering practical insights into how these changes align with global standards.A gold mine for the lawyers practicing in UAE.

𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝐑𝐄𝐕𝐈𝐄𝐖: 𝑀𝐴𝑆𝑇𝐸𝑅𝐼𝑁𝐺 𝑈𝐴𝐸 𝐿𝐴𝐵𝑂𝑈𝑅 𝐿𝐴𝑊𝐀𝐔𝐓𝐇𝐎𝐑: 𝑅𝐴𝐺𝐻𝑊𝐸𝑁𝐷𝑅𝐴 𝐾𝑈𝑀𝐴𝑅 𝑉𝐸𝑅𝑀𝐴 & 𝐾𝐴𝑉𝐼𝑇𝐴 𝐺𝑈𝐽𝐴𝑅𝐴𝑇𝐻𝐼𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆: ☆☆☆☆/5🥂 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐔𝐀𝐄 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐚𝐰: 𝐀 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 & 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲 is a concise yet comprehensive manual that demystifies the recent changes in UAE Labour Legislation. Authored by Raghwendra Kumar Verma and Kavita Gujarathi. - experts in law and human resources - the book offers a 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 2, 2022. 🥂 The strength of this book lies in its accessibility. As the author note -“𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑎𝑖𝑚 𝑖𝑠 𝑛𝑜𝑡 𝑗𝑢𝑠𝑡 𝑡𝑜 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑙𝑎𝑖𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑙𝑎𝑤, 𝑏𝑢𝑡 𝑡𝑜 𝑚𝑎𝑘𝑒 𝑖𝑡 𝑤𝑜𝑟𝑘 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑦𝑜𝑢. “This philosophy is reflected in the way the book presents complex legal concepts in clear, practical language. Topics such as new work models, visa reforms, probation rules, noncompete clauses, and different types of employee leave are covered with real world context and strategic insights. That's amazing how we can get all that information through a book.🥂 The book also emphasizes compliance with foresight. One section reminds employers that -“𝐶𝑜𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑖𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑛𝑜𝑡 𝑚𝑒𝑟𝑒𝑙𝑦 𝑎𝑏𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑎𝑣𝑜𝑖𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑝𝑒𝑛𝑎𝑙𝑡𝑖𝑒𝑠, 𝑏𝑢𝑡 𝑎𝑏𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑓𝑜𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎 𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑡 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑙𝑒𝑔𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑦 𝑠𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑑 𝑤𝑜𝑟𝑘 𝑒𝑛𝑣𝑖𝑟𝑜𝑛𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡.”This shift from reactive to protective HR strategy is one of the key messages running throughout the book.🥂 Additionally, the authors break down key changes like gratuity calculations and fixed term contracts in simple steps, making the book a hands on guide for day-to-day HR and legal operations in the UAE. The inclusion of case examples and straightforward tables further enhances the reader's ability to implement the law effectively.🥂 In conclusion, 𝐌𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐔𝐀𝐄 𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐋𝐀𝐖 is more than a legal reference - it's a strategic toolkit. Whether you're an HR professional, business owner or legal consultant, this book offers both clarity and direction in a rapidly evolving employment landscape. As the author aptly summarize -“𝐼𝑛 𝑚𝑎𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑙𝑎𝑤, 𝑤𝑒 𝑚𝑎𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑟 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑓𝑢𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑤𝑜𝑟𝑘.”

Mastering UAE Labour Law by Raghwendra Kumar Verma and Kavita Gujarathi offers an in-depth examination of the UAE Labour Law that came into effect in February 2022. This book introduces significant changes aimed at fostering a more balanced and equitable workplace environment.With a growing number of individuals seeking employment in the UAE, it is crucial for both employees and employers to have a thorough understanding of laws. The book outlines the key provisions, regulations on visa categories, gratuity, and employee leave policies. Each section is articulated in a clear and detailed manner, making complex legal concepts accessible for readers.This book is highly recommended for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of the UAE's labour regulations.

The information is truly valuable and broken down into digestible sections, from employee rights and obligations to maternity leave and dispute resolution, every relevant information is included in it. Another strong point is the book’s focus on real-world application. The book acts as a manual that helps avoid legal mistakes while fostering a fair workplace environment.