New legal breakthrough in the protection of our pets during flights
From our law firm BCVLex, we are at the forefront of a judicial event of great importance for the protection of our pets during flights. The Commercial Court No. 4 of Madrid has taken a decision that could mark a
Compensation for Botulism Victims: Rights and Resources
A 32-year-old woman has died and twelve other people are currently hospitalized after consuming canned homemade sardines served in a bar-restaurant in the city of Bordeaux. Botulism poisoning, caused by the toxin produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum, is a
Rebeca Martínez Appointed Co-Chair of the Aeronautical and Space Law Section at the Illustrious Bar Association of Madrid
The Illustrious Bar Association of Madrid has named Rebeca Martínez as the co-chair of the Aeronautical and Space Law Section. This appointment highlights her expertise and knowledge in this specialized legal field, emphasizing her contribution to the development and growth
International Inheritances: Types of inheritances and how to claim them
An inheritance is the process by which the ownership of property, rights and obligations of a deceased person, known as the testator or deceased, is transferred to his heirs. In the case of international inheritances, and unlike national inheritances, they are
I have inherited a real estate property in Spain or France: An example of Real Estate Succession for Foreigners
When it comes to inheriting a real estate property in Spain or France, foreigners may face additional challenges due to language barriers and unfamiliarity with the local legal and tax systems. In this article, we will explore a detailed example
Theft in a hotel room in France, what liability?
The liability of hotels for theft is provided for by the Civil Code Indeed, article 1952 of the Civil Code provides that: "innkeepers or hoteliers are responsible, as custodians, for clothing, luggage and various objects brought into their establishment by the
I have inherited in Spain or France: What to do?
When a foreign citizen inherits property in France or Spain, it is important to consider the specific laws and regulations of both countries. Below is an article that addresses the challenges and process that a non-French or non-Spanish heir may
Compensation of €6,000 for a fall in the supermarket
BCVLex is pleased to have obtained compensation of €6,000 for a fall in the supermarket. After slipping on a grape in the produce section of the supermarket, our client had been immobilized for several weeks. The facts Accidents don't always happen far
Airline delays – How to get compensation?
On 3 February 2022, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) completed its case law on compensation for delayed flights and clarified the issue of connections. The case concerned a flight to Malé in the Maldives from Warsaw. A
Tourist accidents abroad: How to act legally?
Tourist accidents abroad are relatively frequent. From unforeseen events of little importance, such as the breach of a vehicle rental or accommodation contract, to more serious events such as an illness or an accident on the road. Any of these