Author https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Articulo-Hidrogeno-Verde_FOTO.png Luis Palacios Director Costa Rica E-mail Until recently, chemical accidents were treated in the same way as other types of accidents, a problematic approach since the authorities must adapt any response to the specific threat involved. In the case of chemical substances, it is essential to have precise knowledge of the products handled…
Category Archives: Analysis
Analysis, Blog, Costa Rica, Free Trade Zones
The importance of advancing toward a paperless cross-border trade in Costa Rica
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Dec
Dec
Author https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Articulo-Comercio-sin-papeles_FOTO.png Jocelyn Vargas Customs Consultant Costa Rica E-mail Costa Rica has made significant strides in pursuing a paperless cross-border e-commerce system driven by market demands and its inherent benefits. The paperless cross-border trade initiative established under the framework of the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) Trade Facilitation Agreement aims, among other objectives, to digitalize the…
Analysis, Blog, Costa Rica, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
Costa Rica: A Strategic Destination for Green Hydrogen Development
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Nov
Nov
Authors https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Articulo-Hidrogeno-Verde_FOTO.png Luis Palacios Director Costa Rica E-mail https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Articulo-Hidrogeno-Verde2_Simon-Sauve.png Simon Sauvé Director Costa Rica E-mail Amid the global energy transition, green hydrogen emerges as a key alternative for achieving decarbonization. With abundant renewable energy, ample water availability, and a legal framework that encourages foreign investment, Costa Rica has significant potential to attract investment and become…
Analysis, Blog, Guatemala, Intellectual Property
Management and Defense of Intellectual Property in Organizations
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Sep
Sep
Author https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/ART-Propiedad-Intelectual_FOTO.png Marleni García Associate Guatemala E-mail Ongoing intellectual property (IP) management involves strategic decisions on exploiting, defending, and transferring an organization’s intangible assets. These processes are vital for maximizing the value of IP assets and ensuring their protection in a competitive environment. Management of the Intellectual Property Portfolio Effective management of the IP portfolio…
Analysis, Blog, Guatemala, Intellectual Property
Strategies for Identifying and Protecting Intellectual Property Assets
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Aug
Aug
Author https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/ART-Propiedad-Intelectual_FOTO.png Marleni García Associate Guatemala E-mail Protecting intellectual property (IP) assets ensures an organization’s competitiveness and long-term success. This task begins by identifying intangible assets and continues with the implementation of robust protection strategies. Identification of Intellectual Assets The first step in managing Intellectual Property is identifying the intellectual assets within an organization. This…
Analysis, Banking & Finance, Blog, Costa Rica
Is it possible to collect an electronic promissory note or bill of exchange?
12
Aug
Aug
Author https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ART-Letra-de-cambio-y-pagare-electronico_FOTO.png José Pablo Rojas Director Costa Rica E-mail For those who had the opportunity to read the two previous articles (and if not, the link is here), you will remember that we are already clear that in Costa Rica, it is valid to issue electronic promissory notes or bills of exchange (whether “electronified” 1or…
Analysis, Blog, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Guatemala
Multi-sector inter-institutional agreement for the creation of the alliance for the Motagua river basin: a joint initiative for the environment
01
Aug
Aug
Author https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ART-Nearshoring-y-su-Impacto-en-Guatemala_FOTO.png Rodolfo Salazar Partner Guatemala E-mail Since I began my career in administrative law, I have always felt a particular passion for the issue of water and the environment. Water, more than a simple resource, represents the essence of life and the sustenance of numerous ecosystems, many of which have been under constant threat…
Analysis, Blog, Business Law, Costa Rica
How to prepare for an M&A transaction: A Costa Rican Perspective
30
Jul
Jul
Authors https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Articulo-RTBF-CR-2024_Adriana-Castro.png Adriana Castro Partner Costa Rica E-mail https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ART-Fusiones-y-Adquisiciones-en-CR_Diego-Quiros.png Diego Quiros Associate Costa Rica E-mail In the dynamic business world, mergers and acquisitions represent a powerful tool for the growth and consolidation of companies. However, the complexity and challenges inherent in these transactions can create uncertainty and anxiety. In this context, we firmly believe that…
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Jul
Jul
Author https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ART-Nearshoring-y-su-Impacto-en-Guatemala_FOTO.png Rodolfo Salazar Partner Guatemala E-mail Guatemala and various other countries face a scenario where the courts are overloaded with cases. This situation has led to long waiting times for court rulings, resulting in slow and sometimes ineffective access to justice. In this context, arbitration emerges as an alternative method of conflict resolution that…
Analysis, Blog, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Guatemala
Green Accounting: How IFRS Accounting Standards Are Forcing Companies to Go Green
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Jul
Jul
Author https://blplegal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/ART-Nearshoring-y-su-Impacto-en-Guatemala_FOTO.png Rodolfo Salazar Partner Guatemala E-mail Among current corporate issues, sustainability and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria have gained a lot of importance. Companies are increasingly focused on integrating sustainable and ethical practices into their operations, recognizing that such actions benefit the environment and society while strengthening their position in the market. We…