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The importance of Legal Agreements in the field of Family Businesses: Brief comments on the ruling “Strella v. Strella”

By Suyai M 24 November 20210

The importance of Family Businesses in Argentina’s economy is indisputable. In fact, the international consulting firm Ernst & Young estimates that around 90% of the country’s small and medium enterprises are family-owned. Beyond the ups and downs of Argentina’s economy, Family Businesses face an additional challenge regarding the management of relationships between partners, which is […]Continue reading

Rules and Manual of Use of the trademark PAÍS ARGENTINA

By Suyai M 16 November 20210

Did you know that Argentina has its own trademark? This year, the official trademark of the Argentine Republic detailed herein was approved (“Argentina Country Brand” approved by Decree No. 460 of July 14, 2021) and the Rules and Manual for its use were recently issued (Resolution 60/2021 of the Secretariat for Tourism Promotion of the […]Continue reading

The Chamber of Deputies of the Nation approved the Front Labeling Law

By Suyai M 10 November 20210

The Chamber of Deputies approved the Front Labeling Law, which aims to warn on food packaging about the excess of components that may be harmful to health, such as sugars, sodium and saturated fats. The most important points are: The seals must appear in the form of black octagons, with white borders and capital letters, […]Continue reading

Is it possible to register trademarks with the term “Cannabis” or “Marijuana”?

By Suyai M 26 October 20210

In Argentina trademarks containing the terms or references to “cannabis”, “marijuana”, “CBD” or a “cannabis leaf image”, are registrable, especially for cannabis plant and its derivatives for medicinal goods — according to most recent modifications introduced by Law N° 27.350 and Regulation‑, but in the last few years, the Trademark Office has also allowed registrations […]Continue reading

Celia Lerman lectured on intellectual property for startups

By Suyai M 13 October 20210

On October 7th, Celia lectured on intellectual property for startups as part of the series of talks organized by the Mendoza Agency for Innovation, Science and Technology. In this opportunity, topics such as value and protection of trademarks, patents, copyrights, domain names and technology licenses, tips to consider, were addressed. Also, fundamental agreements for a […]Continue reading

New Regulations on Consumer Contracts and Abusive Clauses

By Suyai M 13 October 20210

If you offer services and/or products to consumers or users through standard contracts, be aware that a new regulation is in force which details which clauses will be considered abusive and, therefore, null and void. The Consumer Defense Law punishes abusive clauses included in consumer contracts by providing that such clauses shall be deemed as unwritten […]Continue reading

Entrepreneurs Club at AMIA: our associate Luciano Gutman provided tips and legal guidance on labor law, contracts and IP for entrepreneurs.

By Suyai M 5 October 20210

On September 23rd Luciano Gutman participated in the Workshop “Tudu Legal” organized by the Entrepreneurs Club of the Israelite Mutual Association of Argentina (AMIA), oriented to young people with startups of at least 2 years old. The first part of the presentation consisted in advice on how to reduce labor cost in the present without increasing […]Continue reading

Celia Lerman was included in the prestigious I AM Patent for her patent practice

By Suyai M 27 September 20210

Our partner Celia Lerman was included in the prestigious I AM Patent ranking that recognizes firms and professionals dedicated to patent practice around the world. Clients have recognized in Celia her “comprehensive IP knowledge and absolute dedication”. Also, they have highlighted her being a Cognisant of clients’ business, budget and technology needs, and that she designs […]Continue reading

IP STARS distinguished Lerman & Szlak as a leading intellectual property Firm

By Suyai M 27 September 20210

We are proud to share that IP STARS ranked Lerman & Szlak as a leading Law Firm for Copyright and related Rights works. IP STARS is a distinguished worldwide guide specialized in IP law firms that every year evaluates IP firms and professionals in each country. The ranking is available at the following link https://www.ipstars.com/Firm/Lerman-Szlak-Argentina/Profile/123410#rankings Thank you to […]Continue reading

Digital signatures issued in Argentina will also be valid in Uruguay

By Suyai M 23 September 20210

In 2019, the member countries of MERCOSUR (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay) took an important step in regional integration by signing an agreement on mutual recognition of digital signatures issued in one of the member countries. However, the entry into force of this instrument is not automatic but requires the ratification of its signatories. This […]Continue reading

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