What makes a business statement risky?
Statements of fact that are false or cannot be proved, public accusations of dishonesty, and posts that go beyond a genuine complaint. Tone and audience matter.
How does the dispute behind it affect things?
A commercial dispute usually sits behind the complaint. We assess the criminal exposure and the underlying civil claim together. See commercial disputes.
How should businesses respond?
Do not escalate publicly. Provide a measured, documented reply, and consider using official complaint channels instead of public posts. Take advice before publishing anything about a dispute.
Documents to have ready
- The publication or review
- Contract and invoices in dispute
- Earlier complaints made
- Evidence supporting the statements
- Summons or complaint
Send us the documentsA short message and the key papers are enough for a first assessment.
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Can I post a warning about a company that did not pay me?
Risky. Use formal channels and take advice before publishing.
Can a company file a complaint?
Yes, companies can complain about statements that harm them.
More on defamation, blackmail & threats
This page is general information on UAE criminal law as we understand it at the date of drafting, with references to the legislation by name. Penalties depend on the exact article charged, the facts and any aggravating or mitigating circumstances, so we do not quote ranges here. It is not legal advice, and no result is guaranteed.