Jan 27, 2019
Each week we roundup the big headlines in contemporary law news. These articles highlight how law is impacting your everyday world. Click on the heading to see the full article. The key news events this week are...
Ronaldo fined €18.8m over tax evasion
Christian Ronaldo, football superstar, has been fined for avoiding paying tax in Spain between 2010 and 2014. The five-time winner of the prestigious Ballon d'Or was playing for Real Madrid during that time. The prosecution say proceeds from image rights deals were channeled through foreign countries to avoid paying tax. Ronaldo accepted a deal in the court, paying an €18.8m ($29.9m) fine.
High Court rules against ATO, finding tax debts can be shifted between spouses
The case of Commissioner of Taxation v Tomaras shows that tax debt can shifted between spouses during a divorce settlement. This means that the wealthier spouse could have to take on the debts of their former partner.
