The paternity subsidies have also been regulated placing protected status situations on a par with situations which merit maternity benefits. The minimum requirements to receive benefits, as well as the benefit amount, term and rules governing same have also been established.
Lastly, I would like to indicate that, as regards benefits for high-risk pregnancies, said risk is categorized as an occupational contingency, thus eliminating the minimum contribution eligibility requirements. As regards benefits for high-risk lactation, the legal system established parallels that of the system governing high-risk pregnancies.
For further information, please contact Javier Echeburúa Martínez: jecheburua@mmmm.es