Dear Clients and Friends,

This is to inform you that a resolution governing regulations on trade names used to identify businesses on Cuban establishments entered into force in Cuba on July 10, 2018.

 According to this resolution, all businesses using a trade name must have a registration for that trade name granted by the Cuban Patent and Trademark Office (CPTO); otherwise, such businesses may only use generic or descriptive terms to identify or advertise their chief activity (for example, cell-phone repair services, hair stylist, etc.).

 In light of the above, we expect that the number of applications filed before the CPTO will considerably increase; therefore, we strongly encourage our clients to register their trademarks in Cuba. If a third party in Cuba is using a trade name or a trademark identical or confusingly similar to any of our clients' marks, those third parties most likely will apply for a registration for those marks in light of this resolution, which could prevent the legitimate owner from obtaining a Cuban registration in the future.

 If you have any questions, or require further information, please feel free to contact us.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE CONTENT OF THIS NEWSLETTER, PLEASE CONTACT:

Alonso Camargo

Alonso Camargo

Partner

Alonso joined OLIVARES in 1995 and became a partner in 2008. He is a highly experienced trademark attorney who represents many of the firm’s key clients and their well-known brands. His team serves as the heartbeat of Olivares’ trademark practice.

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