How can I delete a named inventor in a Continued Prosecution Application (CPA) for design applications?

To delete a named inventor in a Continued Prosecution Application (CPA) for design applications, you must submit a statement requesting the deletion along with the CPA filing. The MPEP states: “Receipt is acknowledged of the statement requesting that [1] be deleted as a named inventor which was filed with the Continued Prosecution Application (CPA) on…

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What is the role of an examiner in processing a request to delete a named inventor in a CPA?

The examiner plays a crucial role in processing requests to delete a named inventor in a Continued Prosecution Application (CPA) for design applications. According to MPEP ¶ 2.32, the examiner is responsible for acknowledging the receipt of the request and confirming that the inventorship has been corrected. The MPEP provides the following guidance for examiners:…

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How does a patent examiner respond to an amendment referencing a prior application in a CPA?

When a patent examiner encounters an amendment attempting to reference a prior application in a Continued Prosecution Application (CPA), they should not enter the amendment and inform the applicant of this decision. According to MPEP ¶ 2.34, examiners should use the following language: “The amendment filed [1] requesting that the specification be amended to refer…

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How does new matter affect continuing applications?

The treatment of new matter varies depending on the type of continuing application: Continuation and Divisional Applications: Must not contain any new matter. The disclosure must be the same as the prior application. Continuation-in-Part (CIP) Applications: Can include new matter not disclosed in the parent application. Continued Prosecution Applications (CPAs): Cannot contain new matter. For…

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