30 September 2014Jurisdiction reportsLesly F. Cuadra

Protection for famous and well-known marks

Thanks to this principle, it is possible that similar marks, owned by diverse owners and protecting different goods or services, can coexist as there is no possibility of confusion among consumers. However, this principle does not apply to famous or well-known marks.

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