Mikha v Merat [2023] DIFC CT 093 (23 June 2023)

Mikha v Merat [2023] DIFC CT 093 (23 June 2023)

The Claimant failed to provide evidence of work performed during the claimed period, and the Defendant lawfully terminated the contract for non-performance in accordance with the contract terms. Therefore, the Claimant is not entitled to payment.

Citation
[2023] DIFC CT 093
Parties
Claimant: Mikha; Defendant: Merat
Jurisdiction
United Arab Emirates
Judgment Date
23 June 2023
Procedural Posture
Small Claims Tribunal / Judgment After Hearing
Outcome
Claim dismissed
Legal Topics
Consultancy Agreement, Non Performance, Termination of Contract, Jurisdiction of DIFC Courts
Contract Law Consultancy Agreement Non Performance Termination of Contract Jurisdiction of DIFC Courts

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Parties

Mikha

Claimant

Merat

Defendant

Procedural Posture

Small Claims Tribunal / Judgment After Hearing

Legal Issues

  1. 1 Whether the Claimant is entitled to payment for 44 days of work under the consultancy contract
  2. 2 Whether the Defendant lawfully terminated the consultancy contract for non-performance

Ratio Decidendi

The Claimant failed to provide evidence of work performed during the claimed period, and the Defendant lawfully terminated the contract for non-performance in accordance with the contract terms. Therefore, the Claimant is not entitled to payment.

Court Disposition

Claim dismissed

Orders

  • The Claimant’s claims are dismissed.
  • Each party shall bear their own costs.