Can a company be listed as the applicant for a patent application?
Yes, a company can be listed as the applicant for a patent application, but the rules differ depending on when the application was filed. According to MPEP § 605: For applications filed on or after September 16, 2012: “Effective September 16, 2012, the Office revised the rules of practice to permit a person to whom…
Read MoreWhat is the significance of 37 CFR 1.46 in patent application prosecution?
37 CFR 1.46 is significant in patent application prosecution, particularly for applications filed on or after September 16, 2012. According to MPEP 106.01, this regulation allows the assignee of record of the entire interest to become the applicant and prosecute the application. The MPEP states: ‘…for applications filed on or after September 16, 2012, [the…
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