New Rule Regarding Color Claimed in Colombia
The current Trademark Law of Colombia has been amended on April 5, 2021, concerning a regulatory change regarding the claiming of colors as a distinctive feature of trademarks. Now, trademark applicants must declare the colors to be claimed and provide in the registration form a color label, indicating in the box provided for such purpose the name […]
Amendments to Nicaraguan Laws on Trademarks and Patents
Amendments to Nicaraguan Laws on Trademarks and Patents On February 10, 2020, the executive branch introduced a bill before the legislative branch to amend the Law on Trademarks as well as the Law on Patents. According to reliable parliamentary sources the approval of the amendments is imminent. The amendments introduce new fees, increase existing fees, […]
Trademark Renewals and Trademark Maintenance – Ecuador
In 2016 the current Ecuadorian Trademark Law, which came into force, establishes a 6-month grace period for the renewal of trademark registrations. The distinctive feature is that the law does not establish additional fees for filing within the grace period. In Ecuador, proof of use or a declaration of Use is not required at the […]
Trademark Search
Before proceeding to file a trademark application, it is advisable to perform a background search, since the report shows the registrations or trademark applications that have similarities with the trademark to be registered in Nicaragua. Depending on the result of the search report, the trademark attorney issues an opinion on the availability of the trademark. […]
How do I know if I am choosing a unique brand?
Every day we face changes in the market, competitors, and the behaviors of our customers or potential consumers. Therefore, it is necessary that if you want to launch your business, product, or service you have to create a solid brand. As users, we know that some brands inspire confidence just by listening to them or […]
Risks of not registering your trademark
If you have your business trademark registered, you have many benefits, from exclusive use to doubling your profits. But what happens in the case of businesses that do not have a trademark registration? Did you know that it can involve a great risk? When you take the time to think about your future business, product, […]
The protection of unregistered marks
Protection of unregistered trademarks in Nicaragua Registration entitles the registrant the exclusive right to use a mark With the exception of well-known marks, trademark rights in Nicaragua arise with registration. Registration entitles the registrant the exclusive right to use a mark, and to exercise court actions to prevent third parties from using confusingly similar marks; […]
Trademark Search in Nicaragua
Trademark Search in Nicaragua In Nicaragua, retrospective searches of registration records can be carried out before the Intellectual Property Registry. Conducting a background check is a very good tool to estimate the feasibility of registering a trademark. Before proceeding to submit a trademark application, conducting a background search is recommended, since the report shows the […]
Trademark proceedings in Nicaragua
The process of registering a trademark must begin with an assessment of the proposed mark The process of registering a trademark must begin with an assessment of the proposed mark, itself, and the mark in relation to the goods or services that are intended to be protected by the registration. A trademark may be eligible […]
Trámite de marcas en Nicaragua
Requisitos de Ley de Marcas en Nicaragua. El artículo 19 de la Ley de Patentes de Nicaragua (Ley No. 354 de 2000, reformada por las Leyes Nos. 579 de 2006 y 634 de 2007) y el artículo 6 del Reglamento de la Ley de Patentes (Decreto No. 88-2001 reformado por el Decreto No. 16-2006) establecen […]