The challenges of the antitrust analysis of multisided platforms
Digital markets are dynamic in nature. They are constantly innovating, creating the need for traditional systems to adapt to accommodate any disruption they may cause in already settled systems. This is also true when it comes to antitrust analysis, as traditional tools may not remain sufficient to analyze multisided platforms, and this may impact […]
Registration validity period is extended for personal care products, cosmetics and perfume
A resolution published by the Brazilian health surveillance agency Anvisa significantly enlarging the registration validity period of personal care products, cosmetics and perfume from 5 to 10 years is now in force (Plenary Board Resolution – RDC – No. 312, published on October 16, 2019). Personal care products, cosmetics and perfume are generally free from […]
Taxpayers can now pay overdue tax liabilities with the amount received in special court orders
A federal rule was issued on October 16, 2019 giving taxpayers new options to settle their debts with the National Treasury (Provisional Measure No. 899/2019, known as MP 899). The Office of the Attorney General to the National Treasury (“PGFN”) then issued an ordinance regulating the provisions of MP 899, by laying down the procedures, […]
A new Bill to regulate arbitration of tax matters
Bill No. 4.257/2019, drafted by Senator Antonio Anastasia, was presented in August 2019 to the Senate introducing the administrative tax enforcement proceedings and the option to submit tax matters to arbitration. If approved, the new Bill will give taxpayers the option to submit certain types of tax disputes to arbitration. One justification for the need […]
The New Brazilian Franchising Law
On December 26, 2019, President Jair Bolsonaro enacted the new Brazilian Franchise Law (BFL), which should come into force in March, 2020, when the current legislation will expire. It is a legal framework that brings important changes to increase transparency in the franchisor-franchisee relationship. Here are the main changes you should be aware of: Expansion […]
The Green and Yellow Agreement: economic benefits for the company
1/2/2020 Published on November 12, 2019, Provisional Measure No. 905 introduced different novelties in the legislation in force, aiming at stimulating the hiring of young adults between 18 and 29 years old. Among others, this measure is part of a package created by the current president of Brazil to reduce unemployment in the country. The […]
