Explanation of Article 538
The article clarifies that every partner or their delegate has the right to review the company's books and documents; as the partner owns a share in the company and has the right to access everything related to it. The partner's right to review the company's books and documents is part of public policy, and it is not permissible to agree on anything contrary to it; because it is a right for the partners arising from the right of ownership according to general rules. However, the partners may agree on regulating this, such as agreeing that it be at specific times and the like.
Related To
Article 538
Each partner or his designee shall have access to the company's books and documents, and any agreement to the contrary shall be deemed null and void.