The Fine Print

The Business Mistake That Leads to Identity Theft

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:31:27 +0000

A single mistake in your trademark description could be an open invitation for identity theft in the UAE. Legal expert Raymond Kisswany joins Tim Elliott to expose the critical filing loopholes currently being exploited by trademark squatters and why your brand’s survival hinges on mastering the "fine print" of intellectual property law.

What UAE's New Tax Rules Mean for Businesses

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:28:16 +0000

The UAE has implemented significant tax procedure amendments. Legal expert Raymond Kisswany, Partner at Davidson & Co, joins Tim Elliott to discuss critical updates to refund deadlines and extended audit windows.

UAE Child Digital Safety Law and Distance Learning

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:02:16 +0000

Legal expert Raymond Kisswany joins Tim Elliott to unpick the Federal Law on Child Digital Safety. They explore how passive observation is no longer enough, as parents now face an affirmative legal duty to monitor their children’s online lives, including during distance learning.

Salary Cuts, Layoffs, and Employee Rights Amid Middle East Tensions

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:03:12 +0000

Legal expert Raymond Kisswany, Partner at Davidson & Co, joins Tim Elliott to analyse how regional instability impacts UAE employment. This episode explores the legal boundaries of restructuring, salary reductions, and wrongful termination.

Dubai’s New Shared Housing Law Explained

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 08:54:27 +0000

Tim Elliott discusses Dubai’s major new shared housing regulations with Raymond Kisswany, Partner at Davidson & Co. This interview explores the legal shift from informal arrangements to a regulated framework, covering mandatory permits, occupancy limits, and safety standards.

Dubai’s New Public Safety Law: What Businesses Must Know

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:55:53 +0000

Tim Elliott discusses Dubai’s comprehensive new public safety law with Raymond Kisswany, Partner at Davidson & Co. Replacing a twenty-three-year-old order, this modern framework introduces stricter standards for venues, buildings, and products. They explore how these preventative measures and potential million-dirham fines may impact your business compliance and liability.

Force Majeure and Business Interruption Insurance Explained

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:23:53 +0000

With rising tensions in the region and growing disruption to flights, trade and supply chains, many businesses are asking the same question: does this trigger force majeure, and will insurance cover the losses?

To help us unpack what companies need to know about force majeure clauses and business interruption insurance, Tim Elliott is joined by Raymond Kisswany, Partner at Davidson and Co.

Can You Get Fired for Poor Performance?

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:36:37 +0000

On today's The Fine Print, Tim Elliott asks Raymond Kisswany if UAE employers can legally dismiss staff for poor performance. Kisswany explains that while performance is a legitimate reason for termination, companies must follow a fair process.

Should You Let AI Draft Legal Contracts?

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:21:35 +0000

In this episode of The Fine Print on Mira Business FM, Tim Elliott explores whether artificial intelligence should be trusted with critical business agreements. Legal expert Raymond Kisswany, Partner at Davidson & Co, discusses the accelerating use of AI tools in drafting contracts and examines the balance between innovation and potential exposure.

Firing Employees in the UAE? Hear This First

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:50:58 +0000

In the first episode of The Fine Print, Tim Elliott and resident legal expert Raymond Kisswany, Partner at Davidson and Co, break down the UAE’s rules on employee termination. From notice periods and end of service benefits to unfair dismissal risks, this episode explains what employers can and cannot do, and what employees should understand about their rights when a job ends.