Impacts of the New Taxation on Sanitation
In the panel hosted by Grupo Globo in Brasília and broadcast on Valor Econômico and CBN channels, our partner, Mateus da Cruz, discussed the impacts of the new taxation on the sanitation sector and outlined pathways for sustainable growth. 🏛💧 The event featured prominent figures from the sector, including AESBE’s Southeast Regional Vice-President Munir Abud; […]
Seminar: “Tax Reform and the Risks for the Universalization of Sanitation”
On October 29, from 9 AM to 12 PM, we will discuss the impacts of the tax reform on the basic sanitation sector! 🏛️ The event will bring together lawmakers, entities, and experts to discuss how to simplify Brazil’s tax system and make the universalization of water and sewage services feasible, without burdening the population, […]
Labor Law: The Consequences of Exempting Litigants from the Payment of Legal Fees in Cases of Free Legal Assistance
On Wednesday (October 21), the Federal Supreme Court declared unconstitutional the articles of the labor reform that required the payment of expert fees and legal fees by the losing party benefiting from free legal assistance. The decision was not unanimous, but Minister Alexandre de Moraes’ vote prevailed, ruling that Articles 790-B, caput and §4, and […]
Deputies Approve Bill Allowing Tubal Ligation Without Spousal Consent
On Tuesday, March 8, the Chamber of Deputies approved a bill that removes the requirement for spousal consent for sterilization procedures, including tubal ligation and vasectomy. The approved text is a substitute by Federal Deputy Soraya Santos (PL-RJ) and will now be sent to the Senate for a vote. Under current legislation, both men and […]
Payroll Tax Exemption Brings Economic Security, Say Experts
Signed into law on the last day of 2021, Law 14.288/21 extends the payroll tax exemption until 2023. The new legislation addresses the concerns of various businesses looking to recover economically, and experts argue that the measure also brings greater security to the country’s economy. The payroll exemption has been in effect since 2011 and […]
TST Forms Majority to Recognize Employment Relationship Between Uber and Drivers
A panel of the Superior Labor Court (TST) formed a majority on Wednesday to recognize the employment relationship between Uber and its drivers, but the ruling was suspended after a request for further review. So far, two out of three judges from the TST’s Third Panel have agreed that those providing services through the app […]
Surety Companies Create Parallel Market to Secure Bids
The lack of oversight in the public sector has created a parallel market for companies selling sureties for public bids. Many of these companies use the term “bank” in their names but are not authorized by the Central Bank (BC) or the Superintendence of Private Insurance (Susep) to operate, violating legislation. Public documents reveal inconsistencies […]
Overtime and Break Periods in a 12×36 Work Shift
On several occasions, the TST (Superior Labor Court) has ruled in favor of a 50% additional payment for the break period not taken by employees working a 12×36 shift. In a judgment by the 4th Chamber, the court ruled as legal the additional 50% payment for the break period not enjoyed: RECURSO DE REVISTA. 12X36 […]
ICMS in the PIS and Cofins Tax Base: A Post-Supreme Court Ruling and PGFN Opinion Scenario
The Supreme Federal Court (STF) has finally ruled on the declaratory motions in Extraordinary Appeal No. 574,706/PR on May 13, 2021, four years after establishing the thesis that “ICMS does not compose the tax base for PIS and COFINS purposes” (General Repercussion Theme 69) on March 15, 2017. Despite the favorable decision for taxpayers in […]
