Frequently Asked Questions for Disputes & Legal Responsibilities

The legal basis rests upon the Public Nuisance Law and violations of municipal licensing conditions. The law empowers authorities to revoke or decline the renewal of a license if security and municipal reports establish that the facility causes permanent and continuous disruption to the peace of residents, applying the legal maxim: "Warding off harm takes precedence over bringing benefits."

Are there legally binding operating hours for stadiums located within residential neighborhoods? 

The complaint must be submitted to the relevant municipality. Technical specifications dictate the angles and intensity of lighting in residential zones to prevent light pollution and safeguard the privacy of residents. 

The Board of Directors bears joint and several liability for the decisions and contracts it approves and adopts. This is in accordance with Article (34 bis) of Decision No. (1) of 1990 regarding the Model Regulations for the Articles of Association of Clubs and its amendments, which states:

"The Chairman and members of the club’s Board of Directors shall be jointly and severally liable for settling debts arising from contracts, agreements, or decisions concluded or taken by the club without the availability of financial appropriations for them. A member shall not be held liable if they prove their objection to such actions in the minutes of the meeting. A board member shall be personally liable for any action committed by them in violation of the provisions contained in these regulations and the internal bylaws of the club." 

As a party to the contract, the club bears specific liability toward the player and must fulfill its obligations as stipulated in the agreement. For instance, if the club terminates the contract unilaterally before its expiration date, it is liable to pay the full remaining value of the contract. 

The Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR). Per the model contracts prepared by the General Sports Authority, parties are directed to refer to the BCDR in the event of a dispute. Appeals may also be lodged with the Chamber after the dispute has been initially presented to the specialized committees formed by the respective concerned federations.

Complaints can be submitted by logging into the National Suggestions and Complaints System, "Tawasul."