Abu Dhabi Court Orders Compensation for Car Damage at Construction Site

Feb 15, 2026

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Feb 15, 2026 14:30

Abu Dhabi court orders construction company to pay Dh10,000 for car damage at site

## Court Ruling

An Abu Dhabi court has mandated a construction company to pay Dh10,000 to a woman for damages to her car. The incident occurred when construction debris fell onto her vehicle parked near a building site.

## Legal Proceedings

The Abu Dhabi Civil, Family and Administrative Court determined the company's liability after cement debris from a neighboring construction site caused damage to the claimant's car. This decision was based on an inspection report from related criminal proceedings.

## Criminal Case

Initially, the construction company faced a criminal trial, resulting in a Dh3,000 fine. The conviction was upheld on appeal, solidifying the company's fault in the civil case.

## Compensation Award

The claimant sought Dh49,000 for both material and moral damages. However, the court awarded her Dh10,000, covering all financial and non-financial harm. Additionally, the company was ordered to pay court fees, expenses, and Dh500 in legal costs.

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