Legal Articles: Trademark, Patent, Industrial Design, Copyright, IPR in North America
Legal Articles in North America by Areas of Law
Unveiling the Trademark Registration Dossier Process in Costa Rica: A Step-by-Step Guide
Aug
Trademark registration is a pivotal step for businesses aiming to protect their brand identity and intellectual property rights. In Costa Rica, a structured process governs trademark registration, offering legal recognition and exclusivity to brand owners. This article aims to provide a comprehensive guide to navigating the trademark registration dossier process in Costa Rica. Understanding Trademark […]
Legal notes to copyright registration in Mexico
Jun
Copyright registration in Mexico. Mexico, officially the United Mexican States, is a country in the southern portion of North America. Multiple international organizations coincide and classify Mexico as an upper-middle-income country or a middle-class country that is rising quickly on the world’s stage. Accordingly, many businesses want to enter this market and one of the most […]
Patent registration in Mexico
May
Any business that owns a patent and desires to expand in the Mexican market, build long-term value, attract investors for their invention, or eventually license their patents should make use of the Mexican patent system. It is crucial for companies to submit a patent application in Mexico for inventions, even if the corresponding product has […]
Canadian Trademarks Office Rolls Out Automated Analysis To Expedite Examination
May
The Canadian Trademarks Office announced on April 6, 2022, that it would begin automating the analysis of products, services, and Nice categorization information in national unexamined trademark applications in order to reduce examination and registration wait times in Canada. Last year, the Office began assessing new trademark applications more swiftly if they were filed using […]
Trademark registration in Canada
Apr
Canada is the second-largest country in the world. Canada has a highly developed economy and is among the wealthiest in the world, with the eighth-highest per capita income globally, and an index of 11th highest human development. Canada ranks among the highest in international comparisons for education, government transparency, civil liberties, quality of life, and […]
Legal notes to patent registration in the Cayman Islands
Apr
Patent registration in the Cayman Islands. The Cayman Islands is a self-governing British Overseas Territory, the largest by population, in the western Caribbean Sea. The territory is considered a controversial major world offshore financial haven for international businesses and wealthy individuals, largely as a result of the state not charging taxes on any income earned […]
Trademark Registration in Canada
Apr
In Canada, trademark rights are acquired by use. This means that the person or entity who is the first to utilize a trademark in Canada and continues to do so gets priority rights to it. In practice, however, trademark owners are strongly advised to register their trademarks. The fundamental advantage of trademark registration is the […]
The intersection between data and IP protection in Canada
Apr
How can you find a balance between sharing and preserving your company’s data? Intangible assets, such as data, require greater considerations than tangible assets, which may be preserved largely through physical measures. One important technique for protecting your company’s data is to classify it as intellectual property and protect it. Data and IP Copyright Copyright […]
Legal notes to copyright registration in Costa Rica
Mar
Copyright registration in Costa Rica. Costa Rica, officially the Republic of Costa Rica, is a country in Central America. The country has consistently performed favorably in the Human Development Index (HDI), placing 62nd in the world as of 2020, and fifth in Latin America. It also performs well in comparisons of the state of democracy, […]
Navigating the Trademark Registration Dossier in Mexico: A Gateway to Brand Excellence
Nov
Mexico, a land rich in history and culture, also serves as a thriving hub for businesses seeking growth and expansion. In this vibrant market, protecting your brand is essential, and understanding the trademark registration dossier in Mexico is your gateway to brand excellence. In this article, we explore the intricacies of trademark registration in Mexico, […]