Lecture on E-Commerce in Spain by Karl H. Lincke
Karl H. Lincke held a lecture on E-Commerce Regulations in Spain during the conference organized by the Austrian Chamber of Commerce in Vienna and Graz (12.10.2015 in Vienna |13.10.2015 in …
Month: October 2015
Simplification of the granting of the golden visa in Spain
In September 2014, the Spanish government adopted a law to support entrepreneurs; fifteen months later, it is considering adopting seven new measures that will simplify the administrative steps for granting this golden visa or residential permit in Spain.
New measures to support self-employed workers in Spain
Among the new measures are included actions to: facilitate the incorporation of new members to entities in the social economy, support and strengthen the various entities that compose the economy and assist workers joining the labour market.
Definition and Concept of Compliance
With the reform of the Spanish Penal Code, a company is liable for offenses committed by itself or by its employees acting on its behalf, if it cannot demonstrate that it has put in place the necessary means to prevent such criminal behaviour.
Electronic evidence in the civil and labour sector
Electronic evidence is valid in the Spanish legal system and is admissible in trial if it is relevant and has been lawfully obtained.
Business transfers in Spain and Germany
In case of a business transfer, in Spain as in Germany, employees must be informed about the date of the transfer, the reasons for it, the legal, economic and social consequences, as well as planned performance measures.
How to change the registered office of a company in Spain
Based on the amendments of the Capital Companies Act of May 2015, a board will have the power to change the registered office of a company within the Spanish territory, unless the company’s bylaws grant this power to the general shareholder’s meeting.
Modifications to the Urban Leasing Act in Spain (LAU)
Law 2/2015 replaces the method of updating the rent of urban leases in Spain, the IPC, with the Warranty Competitiveness Index (IGC). This modification has affected various articles of the Urban Leasing Act in Spain.
Company formation in Spain: operating an LLC
The management of an LLC in Spain is determined by its administrative organs, provided by law or statute, but also by the assembly of shareholders, either universal or general, ordinary or special/extraordinary.
Real estate in Spain, an interesting investing prospect
Real estate is an interesting possibility to invest in Spain due to the drop on property prices; it is nevertheless advisable to consult a qualified legal adviser to guarantee your investment.
