Visigothic Law and Its Evolution in Medieval Spain
The Two Theses of Nationality and Territoriality
There are two theses of nationality and territoriality. The union, a legal entity that appears in 654, is the only right that takes place in the territory, daring to govern the Liber Iudiciorum. It is assumed that both communities had a different legal system. Problems of territoriality arise because subsequent law supersedes prior law when referring to the same subject, as not doing so would break the principle of legal security. This is a fundamental
Read MoreFINA Swimming Rules: Timekeepers, Judges & Officials
SW 2.9 Timekeepers
SW 2.9.1 Each timekeeper shall time the competitor’s lane assigned to him in accordance with SW 11.3. The clocks used will be certified as correct to the satisfaction of the Management Committee of the competition.
SW 2.9.2 Each timekeeper shall start his watch at the start signal and stop it when the swimmer in his lane has completed his race. Timekeepers may receive instructions from the chief timekeeper to record times at intermediate distances for races over 100 meters.
SW 2.
Understanding Spanish Accounting and Business Registries
Where and When to File Accounting Records in Spain
(Art. 279 LSC) The Corporate Law mandates that companies file their financial statements at the Mercantile Registry corresponding to their registered office location. This filing must occur within one month of approval, accompanied by:
- A certificate of resolutions adopted by shareholders at the Annual General Meeting where the statements were approved.
- The proposed distribution of profit.
- Copies of the financial statements, directors’ report, and
Spanish Social Security: Benefits and Structure
Item 7: Social Security in Spain
1. Structure of the Social Security System.
The public authorities shall maintain a public Social Security system for all citizens to ensure care and adequate social benefits in situations of hardship, particularly unemployment.
Social Security Systems
The Social Security system is a public system with a number of schemes that have a universal character, since it seeks to extend to the entire population by ensuring adequate assistance and benefits in situations of need.
Read MoreFortuitous Event & Force Majeure in Contract Law
Fortuitous Event and Force Majeure
Definition: Article 1272 of the Civil Code
The debtor is not obligated to pay damages when, as a result of a fortuitous event or force majeure, they have ceased to give or to do what was required or have executed what was forbidden.
Theories Differentiating the Two Expressions
- Of Roman origin:
- Fortuitous event: One that comes from natural accidents or falls outside the human will.
- Force Majeure: Comes from a third party, whether this third party acted legitimately or
Journalistic Texts: Definition, Types, and Language
Definition of Journalistic Texts
Journalistic texts are those whose purpose is to report on events and topics of general interest. Their main function is to inform, but they also support critical assessments and opinions about events, news, etc.
Characteristics of Journalistic Texts
- Subject: Heterogeneous, addressing various issues and questions.
- Sender and Receiver: Collective. There is a team that develops the news, and it is addressed to a general group of people.
- Channel: Traditionally print (newspapers,