What are the consequences of including derogatory remarks in a patent application?
Including derogatory remarks in a patent application can lead to objections or rejections from patent examiners. While the MPEP 608.01(r) doesn’t explicitly state the consequences, it clearly prohibits such remarks:
“The applicant … is not permitted to make derogatory remarks concerning the inventions of others.”
Consequences may include:
- Objections to the specification
- Requests to remove or modify the derogatory language
- Potential delays in the patent examination process
- In severe cases, it could affect the credibility of the application
To avoid these issues, focus on describing your invention’s merits without disparaging others’ work.
To learn more:
Topics:
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure