What are the consequences of a typographical error on a cover sheet that affects the title to a patent or application?
When a typographical error on the original cover sheet affects the title to the application or patent against which the assignment or name change is recorded, the consequences are more significant: The recording party will not be entitled to keep the original date of recordation The Assignment Services Division will correct its automated records The…
Read MoreHow does correcting a cover sheet error affect the date of recordation?
The effect on the date of recordation depends on whether the error affects title to the application or patent. According to MPEP 323.01(a): Errors that do not affect title: If the typographical error does not affect title, the Assignment Services Division will correct the Assignment Historical Database and allow the recording party to keep the…
Read MoreWhat happens if a typographical error on a cover sheet doesn’t affect the title to a patent or application?
If a typographical error on the original cover sheet does not affect the title to the application or patent against which the original assignment or name change is recorded, the Assignment Services Division will take the following actions: Correct the Assignment Historical Database Allow the recording party to keep the original date of recordation As…
Read MoreHow does the USPTO determine if a cover sheet error is typographical in nature?
The USPTO follows a specific process to determine if an error on a cover sheet is typographical in nature. According to MPEP 323.01(a): “The Office will then compare the corrected cover sheet with the original cover sheet and the originally recorded assignment document (or other document affecting title) to determine whether the correction is typographical…
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