What is Form Paragraph 14.11.01 used for in reissue applications?

Form Paragraph 14.11.01 is used by patent examiners in the first action of a reissue application to remind applicants of their continuing obligations under 37 CFR 1.178(b) and 37 CFR 1.56. The MPEP states:

“Form paragraph 14.11.01 may be used to remind applicant of the duties to timely make the Office aware of (A) any prior or concurrent proceeding (e.g., litigation or Office proceedings) in which the patent to be reissued is or was involved, and (B) any information which is material to patentability of the claims in the reissue application.”

This form paragraph serves as an important reminder to applicants about their ongoing responsibilities during the reissue process. It emphasizes the need to disclose prior or concurrent proceedings involving the patent and any material information related to patentability. By using this form paragraph, examiners help ensure that applicants are fully aware of their duties and can comply with the requirements for reissue applications.

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