The Importance of Legal Certainty in the Legal System
Legal certainty is a fundamental right in any legal system and plays a crucial role in the stability and proper functioning of a state. Legal certainty refers to the predictability…
COSTA RICA – Law for the Protection of Whistleblowers and Witnesses of Acts of Corruption against Retaliation in Employment
In Official Gazette La Gaceta No. 24 of February 8, 2024, law 10437 was published with the primary aim of providing protection – within the scope of employment – to…
Key Aspects of the New Credit Card Law Decree 2-2024 of the Congress of the Republic of Guatemala
1. Financial institutions are obligated to establish contracts that are easy to read and understand, detailing important aspects such as credit limits, interest rates, fees, and other charges that must…
GUATEMALA – The New Credit Card Law
THE NEW CREDIT CARD LAW IN GUATEMALA DECREE 2-2024 OF THE CONGRESS OF THE REPUBLIC EMPHASIZES PROTECTION AND TRANSPARENCY FOR CARDHOLDERS Introduction Recently, the Congress of the Republic of Guatemala…
GUATEMALA – The Importance of Law 5082 Initiative and Its Impact on Consumer Protection
On February 15, 2024, the Congress of the Republic of Guatemala approved the third revision of Law 5082, establishing the Framework Law for the Defense and Protection of Consumers and…
Costa Rica – Consumer Access to Justice
In the Official Gazette La Gaceta No. 76, dated May 3, 2023, Law No. 10360, "Law on Access to Justice for Consumers", was published. This law significantly amends Law 7472,…