Legal blog

  • December 4, 2024 · Neus Vallara

    Who Has the Right to Obtain a Copy of a Deed?

    Not having a copy of a deed can frustrate a legal transaction or even a judicial procedure. In this article, we analyze who can request and obtain a copy of a deed according to notarial regulations and recent jurisprudence.

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  • December 2, 2024 · Lucas Charnet

    The Company Laptop: A Tool That the Employer Cannot Access?

    In the workplace, digital tools provided by employers—such as laptops, mobile phones, or tablets—are essential for carrying out professional tasks. However, these tools raise a critical question: to what extent can the employer monitor their use without violating the employee’s right to privacy?

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  • November 26, 2024 · Neus Vallara

    The right of preemption in the Urban Leases Law

    The Urban Leases Law establishes a right of preemption in favor of tenants, provided they have not waived this right in the contract. The existence of this right does not prevent the sale of the property, although it is important to understand in which cases this right exists and in which it does not.

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  • November 21, 2024 · Amaia Forcada

    The prohibition of tourist rentals in communities of owners

    On October 3, 2024, the Plenary of the Civil Chamber of the Spanish Supreme Court issued judgment 1232/2024 , with Pedro José Vela Torres as the reporting judge. The ruling supports the authority of communities of owners to prohibit tourist rentals in their buildings.

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  • October 30, 2024 · Ana Sebastián

    What is VERIFACTU and How to Prepare Your Business

    Under the Anti-Fraud Law, the Spanish Tax Agency (AEAT) has introduced the obligation for companies and self-employed workers who use invoicing programs to adapt them to the new regulations. In addition, with VERIFACTU, invoicing records can be sent to the AEAT immediately, making them more secure, unalterable and verifiable, boosting tax transparency and reducing tax evasion.

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  • October 29, 2024 · Lucas Charnet

    Halloween, La Castanyada, and Intellectual Property: A Legal Approach with a Taste of Tradition

    {:CA}Halloween o Castanyada? Tradició i propietat intel·lectual: usos permesos, drets d’autor i bones pràctiques per festes creatives.{:}

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  • October 28, 2024 · Lucas Charnet

    The Right to Honor and Freedom of Expression in the Rosa Peral Case

    In today’s media environment, where fiction intertwines with reality, productions based on real events can cross delicate lines. A recent example is the case of Rosa Peral, who has sued Netflix for the representation of her life in the series El cuerpo en llamas , alleging a violation of her right to honor, privacy, and image. This case raises a crucial question: where is the limit between the creative freedom of producers and the right of individuals to protect their image and honor, especially when they have already been convicted of crimes? In today’s article, we explain.

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  • October 22, 2024 · Lucas Charnet

    The 5 Keys to the Publishing Contract and the Solution to the Major Problem of Publishers

    In the publishing world, having a clear and well-structured publishing contract is essential to protect the interests of both the author and the publisher. A poorly drafted or incomplete contract can lead to legal, economic, and even ethical problems in the future. Therefore, understanding the keys to this agreement is fundamental to avoid conflicts and ensure the success of the relationship between both parties. In this article, we will explore the five essential keys to drafting a solid publishing contract.

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  • October 17, 2024 · Patricia Fernández

    How do I incorporate my company?

    I am clear about my business project, but now how do I materialize it? This is the question that many entrepreneurs face when they decide to take the leap and launch their business.

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  • October 2, 2024 · Lucas Charnet

    Can I keep an ex-employee’s email account active?

    The management of an ex-employee's email can violate privacy and data protection rights. To avoid legal conflicts, the company must have a clear policy regarding email use and ensure that any access is justified, temporary, and complies with the GDPR and the LOPDGDD.

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