Publications
The Reform of the Criminal Code and its Impact on Economic Crime
Organic Law 14/2022 of 22 December introduced significant amendments to the Spanish Criminal Code, especially with regard to economic crimes such as tax fraud, corruption and money laundering.
Corporate Criminal Liability: Avoiding Legal Risks in 2025
In today's business environment, the criminal liability of legal persons remains a crucial issue. With evolving regulations and stiffer penalties, companies need to strengthen their legal compliance strategies to avoid risks. In this article, we explore the main preventive measures that companies should implement in 2025 to mitigate their criminal liability.
The reform of the Penal Code will toughen the penalties for environmental offences
The Spanish Congress of Deputies has recently approved a reform of the Penal Code that toughens penalties for environmental crimes, especially in the improper management of hazardous waste, water and soil pollution, and illegal dumping.
New Regulation on Labour Recruitment and Teleworking in Spain
The Spanish Government has approved new legislation regulating telework and employment contracts in the context of the digital transformation and the advancement of new forms of employment. The law, which will come into force on 1 July 2025, introduces important changes in the relationship between employers and workers, with the aim of ensuring a fairer working environment adapted to the digital era.
Europe steps up fight against money laundering with new technologies
In recent years, the fight against money laundering and terrorist financing has become a priority for the European Union. With the increasing sophistication of criminal networks, authorities have relied on the implementation of advanced technologies to detect fraudulent operations and prevent illicit money from entering the financial system.
The role of technology in the fight against money laundering
Tax advantages of incorporating a company in Spain
In Spain, the incorporation of a commercial company offers a series of tax advantages that can be very beneficial for businessmen, entrepreneurs and investors. Depending on the type of company and its structure, taxes can be optimised and the profitability of the business can be improved.
Below, we analyse the main tax advantages of operating under a company in Spain and how they can be applied to maximise tax savings.
New regulation for State and Community of Madrid Cyber Security
On 14 January 2025, the Spanish Council of Ministers approved the preliminary draft of the Cybersecurity Coordination and Governance Law. This initiative aims to strengthen the protection of networks and information systems against the growing cyber threats that can affect both the economy and national security.
Supplier Payment Deadlines in Spain: Regulations and Consequences of Non-Compliance
Meeting supplier payment deadlines is one of the key issues in the business and commercial sphere. In Spain, legislation establishes specific regulations to ensure that commercial transactions are carried out in a fair and equitable manner, avoiding situations of late payment that may affect the financial stability of suppliers.
Types of wills and the importance of making one
We often find that the will is not given the necessary importance, being one of the most transcendental acts of our lives that will mark the destiny of our assets.
