Particularities of the European order for payment procedure in Spain
The European order for payment procedure is a creditor-friendly procedure increasingly used for cross-border debt collection within the European Union. However, its successful implementation in Spain is sometimes more complicated than expected. Find out the best practices for conducting a European order for payment procedure in Spain!
The enforcement of financial guarantees in photovoltaic projects: The Royal Decree-law 23/2020
Royal Decree-law 23/2020 approves a new framework that identifies a series of steps to develop energy projects in Spain. It highlights a higher degree of compliance and certainty for the energy market but implies a higher level of risk for developers and investors.
Arbitration in Spain in times of COVID
During the COVID-19 pandemic, arbitration stands out as an advantageous alternative to settle legal disputes between companies. The ordinary jurisdiction has suffered a slowdown in its processes and does not provide the fast and effective response demanded by current market operators.
Equality plans in companies come into force in Spain
Royal Decree 901/2020 of 13 October regulates equality plans and their registration in Spain, and amends Royal Decree 713/2010, of 28 May, on registration and filing of contracts and collective bargaining agreements. This measure aims to reduce the wage disparity in Spain and achieve equality between men and women in the workplace.
Extension of the insolvency moratorium in Spain until 14 March 2021
Royal Decree Law 34/2020, published on 18 November 2020, establishes an extension of the insolvency moratorium (previously established until 31 December 2020) until 14 March 2021.
Temporary Layoff Procedures (ERTE) in Spain: Royal Decree-law 2/2021
Royal Decree-law 02/2021 addresses extensions for force majeure temporary layoffs, temporary layoffs due to economic, technical, organizational, or production reasons linked to COVID-19, and temporary layoffs for impeded or limited activities.
How should a company face a tax audit in Spain?
There are different reasons why a company can be subject to a tax inspection: excessive VAT refunds, discrepancies between quarterly and annual models (…), or commonly for random reasons.
Obligations of companies in Spain before the Equal Pay law
Royal Decree 902/2020 on equal pay incorporates the obligation for all companies in Spain, regardless of the number of employees, to establish a pay register disaggregated by sex and professional categories.
Royal Decree 960/2020: the new economic regime for renewable energies
Royal Decree 960/2020 in Spain approves the new economic regime for renewable energies for electricity production facilities. It will be granted through an auction system and regulated by ministerial order.
5 Steps to Build a Power Plant in Spain
The 5 steps to build a power plant in Spain include: securing land rights, requesting access points and network connection, depositing the guarantees, preparing environmental studies and obtaining permits and licenses
