The Retail Trade industry group comprises establishments engaged in retailing merchandise, generally without transformation, and rendering services incidental to the sale of merchandise. The retailing process is the final step in the distribution of merchandise; retailers are, therefore, organized to sell merchandise in small quantities to the general public. This sector comprises two main types of retailers: store and nonstore retailers.
Customer Protection and Empowerment: New Amendments to the Consumer Law
Training on the "Management and Direction of Non-Sedentary Sales Markets"
The partner of the Public Law Area, Eva Pich, and the commercial law lawyer, Carlos Fábrega, have been in charge of giving the legal training sessions in the courses of "Management and Direction of Non-sedentary Sales Markets", organized by Barcelona Provincial Council.
What to Do With the Amortization of the Property Acquired Free of Charge, in View of the New Income Tax Campaing?
As is known, already in the income campaign last year and especially after the publication of various binding consultations prior to it (V3404-19, V3410-19, ...) the Administration presented its criteria on the treatment conferred on the expense for amortization of the income from real estate capital (basically rentals) derived from properties acquired by succession or donation.
Is There a Duty to Support the Damages Suffered as a Result of Managing the Pandemic?
There is no doubt that the management, by public authorities, of the health crisis has caused innumerable damages to the shopping center sector (both owners and tenants). These damages began with the approval of RD 463/2020, declaring the state of alarm, which forced the closure of all establishments located in shopping centers, except those aimed at the commercialization of essential goods. This measure caused damages, both to the owners of the shops, as well as to the owners of the shopping centers, who experienced a significant reduction in rents while assuming the same costs t
Five Takeaways from the BBA Webinar on the State of Retail and Hospitality During COVID
On November 13th, the Boston Bar Association hosted Uncharted Territory: Challenges Facing Retail, Hospitality Sectors and their Landlords.
As the “Legal” World Turns – Lessons Learned From ICSC Law Conference 2020
ICSC Law Conference 2020 – 50th Anniversary Edition
This year, the ICSC Law Conference on October 14-16 celebrated its 50th Anniversary. The planned pomp and circumstance were eliminated due to COVID-19, but the conference was still held using a virtual platform. While less than typical in-person attendance, there was still an impressive number of attendees, reaching 850!
State-of-the-Art in Retail
Bankrupt Retailers Seek Extraordinary Relief in Time of COVID
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced big-name brands to pursue unique strategies to secure fiscal relief.