Specifically, a corporation could be sentenced to probation over a period of time not to exceed 5 years, coupled with suspension of payment of part of the fine.
On benefits cuts, the watchdog noted a trade union report which found sanctions on social welfare, such as suspension of payments, increased tenfold from 2011 to 2014.
The evidence needed for suspension of payments underscores the importance of tracking one's personal finances through the generation of at least yearly balance sheets and income statements.
Furthermore, if the company's situation deteriorates and it fulfils the conditions for bankruptcy, the company must file for bankruptcy within one month of the suspension of payments.