For those seeking to live or work in the United Arab Emirates, obtaining a residency visa involves more than administrative paperwork. One critical requirement is proving medical fitness, as mandated by UAE federal law. This mandatory health screening is a legal prerequisite, governed by Cabinet Resolution No. 7 of 2008, which outlines the Medical Examination […] The post Health Checks and UAE Residency: What Every Expat Must Know first appeared on LYLaw Dubai.| LYLaw Dubai
Medical malpractice is defined as mistakes made due to negligence that lead to severe injury or damage to a patient. The UAE has a formal system for reporting, investigating, and acting on such incidents through various federal laws and regulations. Reporting Medical Malpractice A complaint about a medical procedure may be filed with the Dubai […] The post Understanding Medical Malpractice in the UAE first appeared on LYLaw Dubai.| LYLaw Dubai
In a significant step toward modernizing reproductive healthcare, the UAE has recently amended its laws governing assisted reproduction. The new legislation, Federal Decree Law No. 17 of 2023 (“Amended Medically Assisted Reproduction Law”), issued on September 15, 2023, brings notable changes to the previous Federal Law No. 7 of 2019. What Are the Major Changes? Broader Access for […] The post The UAE’s New Legal Landscape for IVF and Assisted Reproduction: Key Changes and Opportun...| LYLaw Dubai