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The Health Insurance Law of Dubai No 11 (2013) states employers are legally obligated to provide medical coverage for their employees. The level of health insurance must meet or exceed the minimum benefits stipulated by DHA in Dubai. While it’s legally required for businesses to provide corporate medical insurance, there are many benefits to providing …

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If you live an affluent lifestyle, you might worry about what would happen in the event of a life altering accident or natural disaster? While it’s natural to worry about the unexpected, you can prepare by protecting your interests and your loved ones. With the right insurance policies, you can ensure your way of life …

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A common mistake people make when purchasing Medical & health insurance is not disclosing their pre-existing illnesses to the insurance company. This is usually because they are concerned their pre-existing conditions will lead to being denied coverage or increased premium fees. However, you must tell your insurance provider all your medical history to ensure proper …

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As we move into 2022 and beyond, insurers will invest considerably in reimagining the customer’s journey across the lifecycle of their policy, with a focus on life insurance. In particular, the need for life insurance coverage has been brought to the forefront and gained significant visibility since COVID-19 struck. The health and well-being of self …

Five Trends Poised to Shape the Life Insurance Industry in 2022 Read More »

As a company, you strive to maintain a safe work environment. Yet, accidents happen. In the event of an onsite employee accident or injury, workmen’s compensation insurance protects your business against liabilities.  Mandatory, UAE Federal Law No. 8 requires all companies to compensate employees who are injured due to an accident at work. In the …

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Often when choosing a new job or independently purchased insurance plan, the important question you should be asking yourself is, how good is the insurance coverage? For some, utilizing a preferred provider organization plan (PPO) is the way to go. But what exactly does that mean?  Today, the insurance experts at Petra are going to …

Does Your Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) Meet Your Long-Term Treatment Needs? Read More »

In 2018, the UAE was ranked one of the Top 10 most efficient healthcare systems in the world. With a highly developed health infrastructure with a high standard of health care, medical facilities throughout the UAE are modern and easily accessible for both locals and expats alike. In particular, in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, both …

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What if we told you that you could get an accurate insurance quote in as little as 30 seconds? At Petra, we know how precious your time is, and we also know it’s essential you receive accurate, comprehensive insurance quotes to protect your interests, loved ones, and future. We’ve developed a safe, secure, and accurate …

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Whether you are currently pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or are thinking about pregnancy, it’s essential to invest in a comprehensive health insurance policy to ensure all of your needs are met during this exciting time in your life. Maternity care and newborn care services, provided during pregnancy and after your child is born, are …

Health Insurance Coverage When You are Pregnant, Thinking About Pregnancy, or Planning Pregnancy Read More »

Although they are both designed to protect your business, public liability and professional indemnity insurance are not the same. So what’s the difference? Do you need public liability insurance, professional indemnity insurance, or both? What type of coverage do they provide for your business? In simple terms, public liability insurance covers your business for claims …

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