The new EU design The recent EU design law reform is a strategic move to modernise and strengthen the protection of industrial designs in the region. As a result of this reform, the term ‘Community Design “ has been renamed ”Design in the European Union’, reflecting a more representative approach to the territorial and administrative … Read more
An important precaution that companies must take is to ensure the protection of trademarks and trade names that they manage as part of their activity. In this regard, it is pertinent to review a series of concepts related to the process of registering such trademarks and trade names. Likewise, we will describe the requirements necessary … Read more
On October 7, 2024, Uruguay formally deposited its accession to the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT). This decision reinforces the country’s commitment to innovation and global rights protection, simplifying the patent application process and providing access to international coverage. Uruguay will officially become the 158th member of the PCT Union as of January 7, 2025, when … Read more
ISERN Patentes y Marcas will be present at the 2024 edition of the Leadership Meeting organized by the International Trademark Association (INTA). The event will take place from November 12th to 15th in New Orleans, Louisiana (USA). As one of the leading agencies in the protection of intellectual property assets, ISERN aims to stay at … Read more
ISERN Patentes y Marcas will attend the AIPPI World Congress 2024, organized by the International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (AIPPI). This new edition will be held in Hangzhou, China, from October 19th to 22nd. Our team for AIPPI 2024 will consist of our Managing Partner, Jorge Isern, and our China Desk Manager, … Read more
ISERN, winner of the “Firm of the Year” award from the international editorial Managing Intellectual Property a few months ago, has secured a prominent place in the IP Stars 2024 ranking in the Patent Prosecution category. This ranking is one of the most prestigious in the sector, involving thousands of firms from around the world, … Read more
It’s no secret that innovation capability is a defining factor in the success and differentiation of a company in today’s highly competitive market. One essential tool to achieve this is intellectual property law (IP), which provides businesses with the necessary protection for their innovations and brands. However, effectively managing and utilizing these intangible assets presents … Read more
Obtaining a healthcare patent is a crucial step in protecting inventions related to health. This protection spans a broad spectrum of products and processes, from medicines to medical devices and diagnostic techniques. While the procedure for applying for a healthcare patent registration is identical to that of any other product, it involves legal specifics that … Read more
In an increasingly competitive and digitalized business environment, the protection of intellectual assets has become a fundamental element to ensure the long-term success and sustainability of any company. In this context, safeguarding intellectual property is a strategic priority to preserve exploitation rights and protect industrial secrets. These aspects allow maintaining a competitive advantage in the … Read more
Isern Patentes y Marcas will attend, as every year, the annual ECTA conference, organized by the European Communities Trade Mark Association, which will bring together the leading Intellectual Property firms. The 42nd edition of ECTA will be held in Antwerp, Belgium, from June 19th to 21st. Our team for ECTA 2024 specializes in European trademarks, … Read more