La terapia familiar no puede ser «impuesta» por los tribunales
El Tribunal Supremo de España (STS 25/09/2025) determina que, pese a que sea una buena recomendación, un tribunal no puede imponer la terapia familiar obligatoria: es necesario el consentimiento. Es frecuente, que, en divorcios contenciosos, se ponga en duda la capacidad emocional y psicológica de uno de los progenitores, achacándose que una de las partes […]
D&O insurance in the face of growing liability for directors: Emerging risks, accident rates and insurance strategy
The increase in litigation, the technical sophistication of claims and the growing economic severity of convictions make it necessary to approach this area from a comprehensive perspective that combines corporate, insolvency and insurance analysis. At the Insurance and Civil Liability Department of Belzuz Abogados S.L.P., we have been continuously analysing the evolution of the risk […]
El concurso necesario: El último camino para los acreedores de personas jurídicas
Introducción Desde el Departamento de Derecho Mercantil de Belzuz Abogados, S.L.P. en Madrid, como expertos en derecho mercantil y concursal, abordamos el análisis del concurso necesario, aquella modalidad del procedimiento concursal en la que un acreedor u otro legitimado insta judicialmente la declaración de concurso ante la falta de solicitud voluntaria por parte del deudor […]
The civil statute of limitations for product liability actions. New EU legislation – Directive (EU) 2024/2853 on liability for damage caused by defective products
Introduction: Background to the EU regime In 1985, the European Union (EU) established a strict liability regime for defective products with the aim of effectively protecting people who suffered damage caused by an unsafe product. (Council Directive 85/374/EEC, transposed into national law (in Spain, through Law 22/1994 of 6 July). However, recent technological, economic and […]
Is a policy that penalises variable pay and incentives for sick leave legal? Key points of National Court Ruling 4428/2025
The exceptional bonus analysed in the ruling. The National Court has ruled on a collective dispute in which a company had established a policy for the accrual of an exceptional bonus which, in order to be paid, required a percentage of time worked in the period from January to November, with the statement indicating that […]
Labour Law Seminar: What Spanish companies need to know to operate in Portugal (23 April 2026)
Belzuz Abogados, S.L.P., is pleased to invite you to the Seminar on Labour Law, which will take place on 23 April 2026 at the Hotel Emperador in Madrid. The aim of the seminar is to provide an overview of Portuguese labour legislation. PROGRAMME Time Activity 8:45 Reception of attendees and welcome coffee 9:15 Presentation of […]
Reappointment of Corporate Officers: Has Your Company Regularised Its Mandates for 2026?
In many commercial companies, the mandate of corporate officers is granted for a fixed term, often corresponding to periods of three or four calendar years, ending on 31 December of the final year of the mandate. For this reason, at the beginning of each new year it is essential to verify whether the mandates of […]
Tax Inspection in Portugal: risks, deadlines and rights you should know
Tax Inspection Procedure in Portugal: what you really need to know A tax inspection may affect any taxpayer, whether a company or an individual, and often arises when least expected. Knowing when, why and how the Tax Authority (AT) acts is essential to protect your rights and avoid serious tax consequences. What is the purpose […]
Seminar – CCILE Belzuz Meetings European Directive on Pay Transparency (23 February – 17:00 CET)
On February 23rd at 5:00 PM, as part of the CCILE Meetings,, we will discuss the new European Pay Transparency Directive (EU 2023/970) and its practical impact on companies. In an engaging and interactive format, we will explore what truly changes for organizations, the new obligations for employers, and how to start preparing now to […]
Extension of the Deadline to March 31, 2026 – Submission or Confirmation of the New Portuguese Model 62 – Registration Obligation under the Global Minimum Tax Regime (RIMG)
The Global Minimum Tax Regime (RIMG), approved by Law No. 41/2024 of November 8, implements in Portugal the EU Directive 2022/2523 – OECD Pillar 2, establishing a 15% effective minimum tax for multinational groups and large domestic groups with a consolidated annual turnover equal to or greater than €750 million. The regime ensures that large […]