News & Updates

Short updates on the firm, legal developments and topics that matter to our clients.

Stock options and social security contributions: STJ ruling
Direito Empresarial

Stock options and social security contributions: STJ ruling

The STJ's First Section ruled in Theme 1379 that social security and third-party contributions do not apply to gains from…

October 2026 1 min
The 40-hour workweek is now in the Constitution
Direito Empresarial

The 40-hour workweek is now in the Constitution

Constitutional Amendment No. 141/2026 has been published. It sets a 40-hour workweek and two paid rest days, with no pay…

October 2026 2 min
Video games: decree regulates the legal framework
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Video games: decree regulates the legal framework

Decree No. 13,138/2026 regulates Brazil's legal framework for video games. It details funding, the Game Brasil platform, therapeutic use, esports,…

October 2026 2 min
New SAC decree changes channels, waiting time, cancellation
Direito Civil

New SAC decree changes channels, waiting time, cancellation

Decree No. 13.135/2026 replaces the previous consumer service rules. It requires human support from 8am to 8pm, immediate cancellation and…

October 2026 2 min
RioComex regime: decree sets ICMS rules for importers
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RioComex regime: decree sets ICMS rules for importers

A state decree regulates RioComex, an ICMS regime for importers in Rio de Janeiro. It covers eligibility, qualification, migration from…

October 2026 2 min
Ticket sales: what changes under Decree 13,108
Direito Civil

Ticket sales: what changes under Decree 13,108

Decree No. 13,108/2026 sets new rules for ticket sales to events. It requires safeguards against bulk buying, clear total prices,…

October 2026 3 min
Federal Question Relevance Takes Effect at the STJ
Direito Civil

Federal Question Relevance Takes Effect at the STJ

The STJ regulated the relevance of the federal question in special appeals. Appeals against rulings published from September 3, 2026…

October 2026 2 min
Electronic Judicial Domicile requires company monitoring
Direito Civil

Electronic Judicial Domicile requires company monitoring

The CNJ's Electronic Judicial Domicile centralizes summons and notices sent to registered companies. Failing to monitor it risks missed deadlines…

October 2026 2 min
Brazil Sovereign Plan credit: law and provisional measure release R$18.5 billion
Direito Empresarial

Brazil Sovereign Plan credit: law and provisional measure release R$18.5 billion

Law 15,473/2026 and Provisional Measure 1,379/2026 release R$18.5 billion in credit to companies hit by the 25% US tariff. Funds…

October 2026 2 min