Definition and requirements of a collective dismissal in Spain
A collective dismissal in Spain, regulated in Art. 51 of the Worker’s Statute, must be modified due to its inconformity with EU Law. Two European judgments provide details on the term.
Setting-up a branch vs. subsidiary in Spain
This article briefly analyses the main differences between setting up a branch or a subsidiary; these differences should be kept in mind when choosing one or the other as a way of investing in Spain.
The acquisition of property in Spain by non-resident foreigners
More and more non-resident foreign nationals, attracted by the good economic climate, decide to buy a property in Spain. The drop in real estate prices has increased the number of investors.
The permanence agreement in a company in Spain
A permanence agreement in a company in Spain is a signed written agreement where a worker undertakes to provide services to a company for a period not exceeding two years. The breach of this agreement entitles the employer to receive compensation for damages.
How to exclude the shareholder of a company in Spain
There are legal and statutory reasons for excluding a shareholder in Spain. Any shareholder who voted for an exclusion resolution is entitled to bring an exclusion action on behalf of the company.
New Criminal Liability of Companies in Spain
According to the new reform of the Spanish Penal Code, a company’s criminal responsibility depends on its compliance with the duty of supervision and control established by the legislation, in which case it may be exonerated of the crime.
Relationship between money laundering and the protection of data in Spain
The new regulation regarding the prevention of money laundering crimes and the financing of terrorism affects some conditions of the legislation regarding the protection of personal data information in Spain.
Challenges to corporate resolutions in the spanish company
Challenging corporate resolutions, generally by minorities against majorities, occur more and more often before courts. The amendments to the law of corporations in Spain will minimize these conflicts.
Setting-up a branch in Spain
This article contains some basic notes on the concept, main characteristics, process of formation and fiscal regime applicable to a Spanish branch, one of the main ways of investing in Spain.
Consequences and repercussions of criminal liability of companies in Spain
Apart from a fine that a court may impose on a company found criminally liable in Spain, there are other consequences, just as harmful, that may affect the company.
