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TRADEMARKS Read: 3 min

Why register a trademark before launching a business?

Investing in branding, packaging, and digital assets without securing registered trademark rights creates a major commercial risk: the likelihood of facing cease-and-desist actions or losing trademark equity.

Aug 12, 2026 Full Article arrow_forward

TRADEMARKS Read: 6 min

Registered Trademark vs. Trade Name: What is the legal difference?

Many entrepreneurs confuse corporate entity incorporation at the commercial registry with exclusive trademark title granted by the IP office (SENAPI). We examine their distinct scopes.

May 08, 2024 Full Article arrow_forward

PATENTS Read: 5 min

When can a technological innovation be protected via patent?

We explain the three statutory requirements: absolute worldwide novelty, inventive step, and industrial applicability under Andean Community Decision 486.

May 02, 2024 Full Article arrow_forward

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Why register a trademark before launching a business?

Registered Trademark vs. Trade Name: What is the legal difference?

When can a technological innovation be protected via patent?

Do you need custom IP legal research or litigation counsel?