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Mexico Data Protection Law 1. What is the Federal Law on the Protection of Personal Data Held by Private Parties? Answer: This is Mexico’s primary legislation governing the collection, processing, and protection of personal data held by private entities. It sets out requirements for data breach notifications and data protection measures. 2. What constitutes a
Mexico Data Breach Laws In the digital era, the protection of personal data is paramount for maintaining trust and ensuring privacy. Mexico’s Federal Law on the Protection of Personal Data Held by Private Parties (the “Law”) establishes stringent requirements for personal data breach notifications, underscoring the importance of safeguarding sensitive information. This comprehensive guide delves
President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s (AMLO) proposed judicial reform in Mexico has sparked significant controversy. The primary aim is to reshape the country’s legal system by increasing transparency, efficiency, and democratic accountability. However, the most radical proposal—popular election of judges—has raised concerns about potential risks to judicial independence and the overall functioning of the justice
Forming a Company in Mexico Mexico’s economy is booming, driven by a young and tech-savvy population, its strategic location next to the US, favorable trade deals with North America and the EU, and a government eager to attract foreign investment. This surge has attracted a wave of companies from various industries, all eager to tap
Mexico for Indian Companies With a rapidly growing middle class, a dynamic business environment, and strong governmental support for overseas ventures, Indian companies are well-positioned to tap into international markets. Based on our firm’s collaboration with partner law firms in Mexico and my observations and conversations with entrepreneurs and lawyers on my recent trip to
The Global/Mexico Trademark Landscape In a world where trademark identity is often a company’s most valuable asset, protecting that identity in foreign markets is crucial. Mexico, with its growing economy and strategic geographic location, has become a hotspot for many international companies. However, without a solid understanding of its trademark regulations, companies run the risk
Register HERE! Join Harris Sliwoski attorney Fred Rocafort for a discussion hosted by East West Associates that will address the challenges of sourcing these 5 key industrial components from Mexico: Aluminum extrusion Castings & machined parts Forgings Metal stampings & Fabrication Injection molded & extruded plastics East West Associates will lead a Roundtable Discussion with
1. Mexico Employment Law Basics With China risks increasing and decoupling from China accelerating, Mexico is poised to take on an even greater role in the ongoing global supply chain rearrangement. Companies that are relocating some or all of their production to Mexico need to be aware of what is legally required to hire local
Over the past couple of years, we’ve written more than once (and here) that Mexico is fast-increasing in importance as a manufacturing hub, especially for businesses targeting the U.S. market. To recap, as global companies seek to diversify their supply chains, Mexico offers proximity to U.S. markets, modern infrastructure, access to ports for global distribution
For a variety of reasons, many companies are rearranging their supply chains, and many of those that target U.S. consumer markets are moving manufacturing to Mexico. We’ve written about “Omicron and Supply Chains: Buckle Up” here, and we wrote about manufacturing opportunity here in “President López Obrador Tells It Like It Is at North American
