In Heredia, Costa Rica, a small Mexican restaurant decided to try something different. In addition to tacos and enchiladas, it launched a line of artisanal flans with a name as provocative as it was clever: OnlyFlans, a clear (and humorous) nod to the famous adult...
The recent lawsuit faced by Bad Bunny over an Afrobeats sample, reported by Rolling Stone, shows how sample clearance issues can quickly turn into high-profile copyright disputes. At ERP Lawyers, we have examined similar questions in our article “Cover o infracción:...
✍️ Introduction The recent controversy involving Mexican singer Angela Aguilar and the heirs of Rocío Dúrcal has reignited the debate over the boundaries between artistic creativity and copyright infringement. The issue centers on the reinterpretation of the iconic...
Using someone’s image at public events: What Costa Rican law says Coldplay’s concert in Costa Rica left behind more than music — it raised an important legal question: can we legally use someone’s image without consent if they appear at a public event? According to...
In the business world, it’s common for founders to face unexpected challenges when their companies begin to grow and attract investor attention. The intervention of these investors, who often prioritize profitability and strategic management over the founder’s...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the world at a rapid pace, driving advances in sectors such as medicine, transportation, and manufacturing. However, this rapid progress also raises questions and concerns about its potential adverse effects. In this...
