Intellectual Property in the Dominican Republic: Legal guide to protecting Trademarks, Patents, and Copyrights
This article provides a comprehensive overview of the legal framework governing intellectual property in the Dominican Republic, aimed at guiding entrepreneurs, creators, and businesses—both local and international—on how to effectively protect their intangible assets. It outlines the main protection mechanisms available, details the registration process before the National Office of
Agreement to Accelerate Patents in the Dominican Republic
In April of this year, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the National Office of Industrial Property (ONAPI) signed an agreement that will reduce the time it takes to obtain patents in the Dominican Republic through the Accelerated Patent Grant (APG) program. With the new Accelerated Patent Grant