The DIACO and its sanctioning processes
The Directorate of Consumer Attention and Assistance (DIACO), a dependency of the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Guatemala, is the authority in charge of any administrative sanctions derived from the dissatisfaction of consumers of products or services through ...
The reality of adjustments for wage discrepancies determined by the IGSS
It is well known that, as part of the exercise of its functions established in article 50 of its Organic Law, the IGSS, through employer auditors, has conducted reviews of the accounting records of the employers, under the presumption that ...
How to Protect Company Real Estate Ownership Rights in Guatemala
The business environment offers a wide range of opportunities and benefits. However, it also presents risks, especially for real estate holdings. Despite the many associated benefits of owning real estate, companies may find that their properties are targets for fraud ...
BLP shines as Pro Bono Leading Light 2023, recognized by Latin Lawyer
We are delighted to announce that BLP has won recognition as one of Latin Lawyer's prestigious Leading Lights for 2023—a testament to our unwavering commitment to fostering a robust pro bono culture in Central America. Latin Lawyer acknowledges the law ...
Services: The Other Side of Exports in the Free Trade Zone Regime and the Challenges Involved
In Costa Rica, we usually associate the free trade zone (FTZ) with the export of goods, most often medical devices. However, according to COMEX statistics, the country’s export of services has had an annual growth rate of 6%, reaching a ...
Corporate Shield: Protect Your Share Participation and your Society in Guatemala.
The corporate environment is complex, and shareholdings are one of a company’s most sensitive areas. Unfortunately, many entrepreneurs are unaware of legal risks that could undermine their corporate structure. One of these dangers, unfortunately on the rise, is the theft ...
BLP celebrates victory at the Chambers Latin America Awards 2023
It fills us with joy and pride to share the exciting news that, for the ninth in a row, and tenth in total, BLP has been distinguished as Costa Rica Law Firm of the Year at the prestigious Chambers Latin ...
