10/12/2024
On December 9, 2024, after a long process, Law 15,040 was enacted to regulate insurance contracts in Brazil. The new law, consisting of 134 articles, repeals Articles 206, §1, II and Articles 757 to 802 of the Civil Code, as well as Articles 9 to 14 of Decree-Law No. 73/66 (which deals with the National …
02/12/2024
The National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) released a new version of its Trademark Guidelines, introducing significant changes that now allow the registration of trademarks composed of slogans, provided they have distinctive characteristics. This update represents a significant step forward for companies aiming to strengthen their trademark protection strategies. Previously, the INPI rejected trademarks containing …
21/11/2024
In Order No. 2,344/2024, published in the Official Gazette of the Union on November 19th, 2024, the Department of Consumer Protection and Defense (DPDC) of the National Consumer Secretariat (SENACON), linked to the Brazilian Ministry of Justice and Public Security, determined that all companies authorized to operate fixed-odds betting, listed by the Secretariat of Prizes …
14/10/2024
The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court (STF) published on October 3rd the Binding Precedent No. 61, which addresses the court-ordered provision of medications registered with ANVISA but not included in the Brazilian Unified Health System (SUS) dispensing lists. Binding Precedent No. 61 The court-ordered provision of medication registered with ANVISA but not included in the Unified …
01/10/2024
CGen, the ABS Authority in Brazil, published today resolution No. 45/2024 that defines the methodology for determining whether an exotic species — i.e., not native to Brazil — has developed distinctive characteristics once it is introduced into the country and used in agricultural activities. The final assessment will be made by the Ministry of Agriculture, …
26/09/2024
Two new patent prosecution guidelines have been issued by the Brazilian PTO and are scheduled to take effect in October. The first guideline governs the format and content of patent applications. It enhances the process by streamlining electronic filings and providing greater transparency through clearer guidelines on specific requirements. This guideline addresses the formalities and …
24/09/2024
Brazil Approves New Legal Framework For Clinical Trial With Humans. Federal Law Establishes Rights And Duties For Researchers, Sponsors, And Participants In Clinical Trials With Humans On May 29, 2024, the President of the Republic sanctioned Federal Law 14,874/2024, which established the principles, guidelines, and rules for conducting clinical trials with humans by public or …
17/09/2024
SPA/MF Edict nº 1475, published on September 17, 2024, establishes that only companies that have submitted a license application to the Secretariat of Prizes and Betting by the date of its publication will be allowed to continue operating fixed quota bets in the national territory from October 1, 2024. As a consequence: Companies that have …
02/09/2024
Known as the Clinical Research Law, Federal Law # 14.874/2024 came into force on August 28th, 2024. 1. Main Objectives of the Clinical Research Law: Foster technical-scientific development. Improve legal security for those involved in clinical research. Reduce approval times for conducting clinical research in Brazil. Protect the dignity, safety, and well-being of research participants. …
29/08/2024
On August 23, 2024, the National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) published Resolution CD/ANPD No. 19/2024, which approves the International Data Transfer Regulation and establishes the content of the standard contractual clauses (Regulation). The Regulation establishes procedures and rules to authorize international transfers of personal data, including contractual mechanisms and guidelines for the recognition of adequacy …