Region: Latin America & Caribbean

INDECOPI issues new mandatory precedent on validity period of notoriety declarations

In a case involving Nike’s ‘swoosh’ mark, the Administrative Court of Appeals of INDECOPI has established the period of validity of well-known trademark status.

17 April 2024

Meta battle highlights importance of being first to file in Brazil

An ongoing dispute over whether Meta can continue to use its name in one of its largest global markets serves as a warning to brands thinking of expanding into Brazil.

15 April 2024

Reopening of investigation into famous rapper’s death raises discussions about authorship of his work

After the investigation into rapper Canserbero’s death was reopened late last year, it was announced that legal action would also be taken against Leandro Áñez, the artist’s producer, for plagiarism and fraudulent misrepresentation.

15 April 2024

Protecting IP rights through criminal actions: insights from a recent court ruling

The case, in which counterfeit goods had been released and the prosecutor had ordered to close the investigation, shows that it is still possible to obtain the desired outcome by providing relevant evidence.

12 April 2024

New system for scheduling meetings with Superintendence of Industry and Commerce officials introduced

Resolution No 4231 of the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism establishes a regulated mechanism for requesting appointments with officials or contractors of the Superintendence of Industry and Commerce.

08 April 2024

From in-house leadership to private practice: former AB InBev, FIFA veterans share advice for navigating career change

Two former in-house leaders from AB InBev and FIFA talk to WTR about their recent moves to law firm practices – including what spurred such significant career changes.

04 April 2024

Enforceable content of design registrations following new PTO guidelines: what you need to know

While there is still debate as to the scope of appeals to the PTO’s Appeal Board, the new directives shed some light on the examination and effect of designs granted by the PTO.

25 March 2024

Blow for Johnson & Johnson in trade dress dispute

In this dispute over the trade dress of rival facial creams, the Federal Court of Appeals has confirmed the refusal to grant an ex parte injunction to Johnson & Johnson.

22 March 2024

Huge seizure of fake footwear carried out in clandestine warehouse

The action is significant as it is believed that the warehouse was one of the most important suppliers of the black market.

21 March 2024

Huge seizure of fake detergent carried out in clandestine workshop

The action is significant in that it shows that the monitoring of social media sites can be a very effective tool in the fight against counterfeits.

15 March 2024