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Spanish Companies increase their Purchases and Sales via Internet

According to the latest data from the National Statistical Institute (NSI), 98% of Spanish companies with 10 or more employees had an internet connection in January 2013. This means that …

Employment Changes in International Mobility for Entrepreneurs in Spain

Among the modifications made with the approval of Act 14/2013, the Act examines the regulation of international mobility, which facilitates and expedites the authorisation of visas and residence permits for …

Exceptions to the Flat Rate on Contracts of Indefinite Duration in Spain

The reductions provided for in Royal Decree-Law 3/2014 shall not apply to several cases, which include: Considering the above exclusions, there are excepted cases described in the 10th provision of …

Contributions to Social Security for Contracts of Indefinite Duration in Spain

On March 1, 2014, the Official State Bulletin of Spain (BOE) published the Royal Legislative Decree 3/2014 of February 28 on urgent measures to promote employment and contracts of indefinite …

The Inheritance Rights of the Widows in Spain

To ascertain the share of the inheritance allocated to the surviving spouse, it is crucial to establish the marital status at the time of the deceased’s death and whether it aligns with the inheritance rights of descendants or ancestors.

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Support for the Growth and Development of Business Projects in Spain

Published on September 28, 2013, in the Spanish Legal Bulletin (BOE), Law 14/2013 introduces various measures aimed at reducing administrative burdens for employers. It simplifies legislation on hazard prevention for employers with up to 25 workers and replaces the physical visiting book requirement with an electronic counterpart accessible to the Spanish Inspectorate of Labour and Social Security.

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A Single Market for Mortgage Loans for Real Estate Contracts

On January 28, 2014, a majority of the members of the Council of the European Union adopted a Directive to grant more protection to persons participating in mortgage loan proceedings. …

Amendments to the Right of Withdrawal in Electronic Commerce in Spain

The adaptation of Directive 2011/83/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on Consumer Rights has caused several changes to the Right of Withdrawal. These changes are necessary when …

Support to Entrepreneurs in Spain by Social Security Reductions

Law 14/2013 to Support Entrepreneurs and Internationalization outlines the reduction in Social Security contributions for workers engaged in multiple activities. Main modifications Contribution Applicable to Workers in the Special Scheme …

New Measures to Improve Stable Hiring and Employability in Spain

The Real Decree Law 16/2013 of December 20, 2013 on measures to promote stable hiring and improve the employability of workers includes modifications to Spanish Social Security contribution rates. Modifications …