What are the requirements for a reissue oath or declaration in a broadening reissue application?
For a broadening reissue application, the reissue oath or declaration must meet specific requirements. According to MPEP 1410.01: “A broadening reissue application must be applied for by all of the inventors (patentees), that is, the original reissue oath or declaration must be signed by all of the inventors.” Additionally, the oath or declaration must: Identify…
Read MoreHow does the reissue oath/declaration differ for broadening vs. narrowing reissues?
The reissue oath/declaration requirements differ slightly for broadening and narrowing reissues. According to MPEP 1414: “For broadening reissue applications, the reissue oath/declaration must identify a claim that the application seeks to broaden. A general statement, e.g., that all claims are broadened, is not sufficient to satisfy this requirement.” For broadening reissues: Identify at least one…
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