Spanish Labor Lawyer Exposes 4 Common Illegal Workplace Abuses

Four Illegal Labor Abuses in Spain: A Labor Lawyer Explains Your Rights In Spain, many workers face illegal labor practices. A recent video by labor lawyer, Un Tío Legal (@laboral_tips), highlights four common abuses. These include forcing employees to work overtime without proper compensation, failing to provide legally mandated rest periods, altering vacation schedules with little or no notice, and unilaterally reducing work hours without mutual agreement. "Obligating you to do extra hours is voluntary according to article 35," explains Un Tío Legal. "You can't be forced to stay longer if you don't want to or can't, especially if you're not being paid." He also emphasizes the right to a minimum of 12 hours rest between shifts, 36 hours weekly rest, and 20-minute breaks for shifts over 6 hours. These minimums can be recovered, but must be allowed. Regarding vacations, he stresses that employees must receive notice at least two months in advance. The video has gained significant traction since its publication on May 15th, 2025, accumulating thousands of views and dozens of comments. The information is timely and relevant for many Spanish workers. Un Tío Legal's expertise lends credibility to his advice, making this video a valuable resource for anyone concerned about their rights in the workplace. The video concludes with clear advice on how to respond to these illegal practices, urging workers to document any violations and seek legal recourse if necessary.