Internet defamation, the web cannot be the Wild West
Many call for a quick and achievable resolution for internet defamation. Unfortunately the Internet defamation is more usual than desired. It is not hard to imagine that at this very
Spanish Law
Starting a business in Spain – Freelancer or Limited Company?
One of the questions asked by the entrepreneur residing in Spain is whether she should work as self-employed or should set up a company. Although we could consider for this
New Spanish Law for Contractors and Freelancers
As we announced in our last article, the New Spanish Law for contractors and freelancers reforming Self Employed conditions came into force on the 1st of January 2018. These are some
The new Law for Self-Employed Workers: Past, Present and Future
PAST: The Federation for self-employed workers (ATA) had long called for an ambitious reform of the self-employed statute for recovering a very punished sector. According to its president, 2 out
The reform of the Balearic Tourist Law establishes a limit on touristic rentals
The Balearic Islands has approved by Decree Law the modification on the rental of touristic accommodations. In this way, the number of visitors to the islands is limited and the
New ruling favourable for claims of mortgage costs
Recently we published an article with regards to court claims in mortgage expenses (Notary fees, Land´s Registry fees, Property Appraisal and management costs among others). Furthermore, a First Instance Judge
Banks will have to explain better their mortgage contracts.
Spain will incorporate to its legislation the Directive 2014/17 CE of 4th February 2014 on credit agreements for consumers relating to residential immovable property. It means that banks will have
Double good news for those who claimed floor clauses or mortgage expenses
Regarding the costs of the trial Paying legal costs even if having good chances for winning a case against banks, may be deterrent rather than effective and may prevent consumers from
Tourism leases in Andalusia. What should we know?
Touristic Lettings in Andalucía: What should we know about… Touristic Lettings are significantly increased during the Summer. If you are one of those thinking about renting your property for touristic
Capital gain, cadastre and taxes increase the final price of housing by 25%
Capital gain, cadastre and taxes increase the final price of housing by 25% The calculation of the municipal surplus value and the increase of the value of the land by
