In 2015, Bell’s decided to enter the competitive soft drink market by launching its products Cola Negra and Cola Amarilla. However, this strategy generated controversy due to the similarity in the design of their packaging with those of leading brands Coca-Cola...
In 2023, the number of trademarks registered by women in Peru reached a total of 4,147, representing a 1.05% increase compared to the previous year. This growth is not only a positive indicator of female entrepreneurial activity but also reflects a cultural shift in...
The National Institute for the Defense of Competition and the Protection of Intellectual Property (Indecopi) has rejected the trademark application for “Hablando Huevadas,” a phrase considered vulgar and inappropriate for public use. This decision was made...
Carolina Herrera, the renowned fashion designer, found herself in a legal dispute with a Peruvian entrepreneur who shares her surname. Through her attorneys, Herrera attempted to prohibit the use of the surname “Herrera” in Peru by requesting Indecopi, the...
The participation of Peruvian women in the field of patents has increased in recent years, demonstrating their growing influence in the country’s science and technology sectors. Although a gender gap with male predominance still exists, efforts are being made to...
The Chancay Mega Port is emerging as a key player in international trade, with significant impact on commercial relations between Latin America and Asia. Below, we explore its strategic importance and the need for trademark protection in this new logistics hub....
We are thrilled to announce that our Managing Partner, Alejandro Castro, has been selected as one of the recipients of the ASIPI – University of New Hampshire (UNH), Franklin Pierce School of Law Scholarship to pursue a Master’s in Intellectual Property...
On July 5, 2023, Law No. 31814 was published – Law that promotes the use of Artificial Intelligence for the economic and social development of the country. Principles for the Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence Risk-Based Approach. Promotion of a...
Relevant Articles of Decision 486 Article 134 of Decision 486 states that a trademark is: Any sign capable of distinguishing products or services in the market. A sign capable of graphic representation. Likewise, the following may constitute trademarks: e) a color...
Applicable Regulations Regulation for the Protection of Plant Variety Rights – DS 35-2011-PCM Chief Resolution No. 0127-2021-INIA Decision 345 – Common Regime for the Protection of Plant Variety Rights 1991 UPOV Convention Act Competent Authorities:...