A material change to terms and conditions of employment is one of the most powerful, and sensitive, tools in employment law. When properly used, it allows an employer to adapt its organisation to new operational or technological realities without resorting to more drastic measures. However, if improperly implemented, it may be challenged before the employment […]
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The management and monitoring of unjustified absences is one of the constant challenges faced by Human Resources departments. Until now, there has been legal uncertainty as to how to calculate the periods of “one month” or “three months” typically established in collective agreements for proceeding with disciplinary dismissal on the grounds of absence or dismissal […]
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Chain subcontracting is a common practice and, in many cases, necessary for carrying out complex projects in the construction sector. However, it is also one of the main sources of penalties, work stoppages, and joint liability arising from actions by the Labor and Social Security Inspectorate (ITSS). In this analysis we address the real risks […]
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The transport sector is a cornerstone of the Spanish economy, but it is also one of the sectors that accumulates the most employment-related disputes and Social Security issues. For medium-sized companies —fleets, logistics operators, or specialised carriers— these employment contingencies are not mere formalities: they can translate into penalties, additional costs, and litigation. This article […]
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In a climate of increased regulatory pressure and a growing number of corporate transactions, the internal labour audit has become an essential tool for middle-market companies. It’s not just about avoiding fines—it’s about safeguarding business value, improving processes, and strengthening the confidence of investors or potential buyers. What is an internal labour audit? It is […]
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The draft bill that proposes reducing the standard workweek to 37.5 hours also includes a reform of Article 20 bis of the Workers’ Statute. This reform aims to strengthen the right to digital disconnection, expanding its scope and making it a more central element in work organization—particularly in remote work and flexible scheduling contexts But […]
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A key ruling for companies regarding compensation for unfair dismissal The Supreme Court has recently issued Ruling no. 1350/2024 of 19 December 2024, in which it addresses the possibility for judicial bodies to establish compensation for unfair dismissal higher than that provided for in Article 56.1 of the Workers’ Statute (ET). What does the law […]
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is changing human resource management in companies, covering processes such as recruitment and performance analysis. With the entry into force of Regulation 2024/1689, which regulates AI, the European Union establishes a clear regulatory framework for the use of AI in the workplace. In doing so, it aims to ensure that the implementation […]
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With effect from 21 March 2023, a company dedicated to the marketing of medical products dismissed one of its sales representatives for repeated disobedience and fraud, disloyalty or breach of trust in the tasks entrusted to her by failing to comply with the duty to record her daily working hours, having been requested on numerous […]
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