Real estate investment companies increase their profits
In 2015, large real estate investment firms tripled their profits compared to the former year. Their profitability through dividends and the recovery of the real estate sector in Spain predict new profits once again this year for these investment vehicles in real estate assets for rent.
The international transfer of personal data without the Safe Harbor agreement
Since the invalidation of the Safe Harbor agreement on 6 October 2015, companies should take into account the new rules established by the Court of Justice of the European Union regarding the international transfer of personal data.
Relocation of workers and social security in Spain
Generally, the social security regulation applicable to relocated workers depends on the country where the worker will develop his or her activity. However, there are exceptions depending on the relocation period and the destination country.
Implications of the cancelation of the Safe Harbour agreement
The Safe Harbour agreement signed between Europe and the United States allowed the movement and storage of personal data between Europe and the United States with lower security requirements than that stipulated by European regulations. However, after the lawsuit against Facebook filed by Max Schrems, the Court of Justice of the European Union (TJUE) deemed that the United States does not guarantee sufficient levels of data protection for European users.
Extension of foreign patents: European patents and PCT patents
The European Patent Organization established a centralized system for granting uniform patents in Europe. With the PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) system, the process is initiated with a single application in more than 140 countries worldwide.
Seniority in Spain once an unfair dismissal has been declared
Where a dismissal is declared unfair, the company must choose between readmitting the employee or paying legal compensation.
Collective agreements applicable under Spanish law
A collective agreement, regulated by the Worker’s Statute in Spain, is an agreement between unions and companies that establishes the working conditions of the workers in the company (salaries, working schedule, etc.).
How to successfully launch your online business in Spain
It is important for businesses to be aware of Spanish law before they enter the Spanish consumer market by selling goods through their websites. This article will consider five key aspects of Spanish Law for companies: consumer protection, data protection, e-commerce, regulatory aspects, and invoices and tax aspects.
The grant procedure for a patent in Spain
The grant procedure of a patent in Spain corresponds with the Spanish Patent and Trademark Office (OEPM). The grant involves the payment of some fees during the whole life of the patent (twenty years from the filing date of the application).
Can Blockchain Technology make the legal industry more efficient?
Blockchain technology will enable efficiency improvements within the legal industry by being able to verify the authenticity of legal documentation, digitalize and automatically execute contracts that are validated by technology — meaning the legal industry will save money and time.
