On May 15, 2018, in the decision of Special Appeal No. 1,495,920-DF, the Superior Court of Justice ruled that digitally signed electronic contracts can be considered enforceable documents, in accordance with the provisions of the law, even without the presence of witnesses. The decision considered that the certification of the digital signature provided by the…
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CORPORATE ANALYSIS FOR BUILDING SUSTAINABLE COMPANIES
Sustainable companies have become a market requirement, not only by customers but also by investors and shareholders. In this sense, when analyzing these sustainable companies, it is possible to evaluate the three pillars of corporate sustainability. WHAT IS CORPORATE SUSTAINABILITY? Corporate sustainability is a growing concern among investors who seek not only economic profit but…
COMMON CONTRACTS USED FOR INVESTING IN STARTUPS
One of the main objectives of founding partners of startups, especially when they are in the so-called early stage, that is, a company in an initial stage, is the search for financial resources to enable the development and growth of their company, and the contribution of such resources financial resources usually occurs through raising investments….
THE DEFECTS OF THE LEGAL TRANSACTION AND ITS CHARACTERISTICS
The defects of the legal transaction result from imperfections or vices in the formation and/or expression of the will of the traders. In this sense, the objective of today’s text is to elucidate what are the defects of the legal business, presenting the due legal foundations and bringing concrete examples. WHAT ARE THE DEFECTS OF…
CONTRACTS AND THE CRISIS IN UKRAINE
After the global impact generated by the Covid-19 pandemic, we are now experiencing the crisis in Ukraine that is already impacting global supply chains. Events like this affect the global economy and the relationship between countries. They may gain scale and lead to the imposition of sanctions and hiring restrictions, which requires a thorough analysis…
The Pros and Cons of a Non-Compete Agreement
For the conclusion of agreements and contracts, it is essential that the pros and cons of the business are evaluated, as well as their respective consequences. Therefore, this article will present the pros and cons of signing the so-called non-compete agreements. Before presenting the pros and cons, it is worth mentioning that non-compete agreements can…
PENALTY CLAUSE: RULES AND LIMITS OF APPLICATION
The penalty clause is a topic widely discussed within the scope of Contract Law, mainly with regard to its application and its limitations at the time of imposition in contracts. Discussions for the imposition of penalty clauses are currently focused on achieving a balance between good faith, business activity continuity, and the human person’s dignity….
Counterfeiting: How to Protect Yourself and Your Business
Despite the lesser-known term, the crime of counterfeiting is quite common, and you’ve certainly come across it in large shopping centers or online. Counterfeiting is nothing more than the unauthorized reproduction of copyrighted works, such as music, software, and books. In this way, counterfeiting consists of the illegal use of intellectual property assets through a…
ROYALTY FREE: CONCEPT, ADVANTAGES, AND DISADVANTAGES
It is increasingly common to use works (images, music, books, etc.) found on the internet in posts on blogs and websites, but not everyone understands the consequences of their use or has even heard of royalty-free. Royalties are amounts paid for using and exploiting a specific material or commodity. In turn, royalty-free designates a type…
PROTECTING INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY: TRADEMARKS AND THIRD-PARTY WORKS
During a simple walk in the mall, for example, it is easy to notice the use of prints containing illustrations of famous characters and brands, especially in recent years, related to series and works related to the world of science fiction and which can be found in the most varied products, such as backpacks, water…