Bufete de abogados penalistas Alonso Sala

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Specialist Lawyers in Crimes Against Workers and Workplace Accidents

Expert criminal defense lawyers in serious workplace accidents, occupational safety, and proceedings before the Labor Inspectorate.

Specialists in Labor Criminal Law and Workplace Accidents

Labor Criminal Law regulates the most serious behaviors that threaten the safety and rights of workers. At Alonso & Sala Abogados, we are specialists in defense and prosecution in complex proceedings derived from workplace accidents and safety management.

We act throughout Spain, offering a solid legal strategy both for employers and executives facing criminal liability, and for workers who have suffered the consequences of a lack of safety measures.

For Companies

Preventive and reactive defense against charges for crimes against safety (Arts. 316-318 CP) and reckless homicide/injuries.

For Workers

Private prosecution to claim maximum compensation and justice for serious accidents derived from negligence.

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Workplace Accidents

Defense in criminal proceedings for serious or fatal workplace accidents. Charges for injury crimes or reckless homicide.

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Inspections & Safety

Advice on labor inspections with criminal implications. Risk crimes due to lack of safety measures (Art. 316-318 CP).

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Preguntas Frecuentes

A workplace accident can constitute a crime when it has occurred due to the omission of legally required safety measures, putting the life or integrity of workers at serious risk (risk crime) or effectively causing injuries or death (result crime).

Criminal liability can fall on company administrators, safety managers, site directors, health and safety coordinators, and even middle management if they had delegated control and supervision duties.

It is a crime that punishes those who, in breach of occupational risk prevention regulations, do not facilitate the necessary means for workers to perform their activity with adequate safety and hygiene measures, thus putting their life, health, or physical integrity at serious risk.

Penalties can range from prison of 6 months to 3 years and a fine, depending on the severity of the facts. If injuries or death have also occurred, the penalties are added (concurrence of crimes), potentially being significantly higher.

Yes, the company is usually subsidiarily civilly liable, and its civil liability insurer will respond directly. We manage both criminal and civil claims to ensure full compensation.

Social proceedings resolve labor issues (dismissal, benefit surcharge), while criminal proceedings seek to punish criminal conduct and obtain civil compensation derived from the crime. Criminal proceedings take precedence and can partially paralyze social ones.

It is an economic sanction on the company consisting of an increase of between 30% and 50% of all Social Security benefits received by the worker (temporary disability, permanent disability, widowhood) when the accident is due to a lack of safety measures.

Yes, prevention technicians can be investigated if their risk assessment was deficient or they did not detect evident risks. Criminal defense will analyze if they complied with their technical and advisory obligations.

It is vital to have immediate legal advice. The Labor Inspection report is key evidence in the criminal process. What is declared at that moment can be decisive for future defense.

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Our Defense Strategy

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Specialization

Deep knowledge of the Penal Code and PRL Law.

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Technical Vision

We collaborate with expert engineers to prove causality.

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Global Strategy

Criminal, civil, and administrative coordination for comprehensive defense.

Need Immediate and Expert Legal Assistance?

The judicial system is complex and can be relentless. Do not face it alone. We have the experience, technical knowledge, and human resources necessary to fight for you. Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation and start building your defense.

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