What additional fees may be required for late submission of documents in a PCT national stage application?

Late submission of certain documents in a PCT national stage application may incur additional fees. According to MPEP 1893.01(c): “The processing fee set forth in 37 CFR 1.492(i) will be required for acceptance of an English translation of the international application later than the expiration of thirty months after the priority date, and the surcharge…

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How should papers be marked when submitting documents for reissue applications involved in litigation?

When submitting papers for reissue applications involved in litigation, applicants and protestors should follow these guidelines: Envelope marking: Mark the outside envelope with “REISSUE LITIGATION” and the specific USPTO area handling the application (e.g., Commissioner for Patents, Patent Trial and Appeal Board). Paper marking: Clearly mark the top right-hand portion of the papers with “REISSUE…

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What are some common reasons for abandonment of an international application in the national stage?

International applications can become abandoned in the national stage due to various deficiencies. MPEP 1893.02 highlights some common reasons: Failure to submit the basic national fee within the required timeframe Insufficient fee payment Failure to provide a copy of the international application (if necessary) Not meeting additional requirements set by the USPTO, such as submitting…

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What is the mailing address for submitting assignment documents to the USPTO?

The mailing address for submitting assignment documents depends on whether they are being filed with new applications or not. According to MPEP 302.08: For documents not filed with new applications: Mail Stop Assignment Recordation Services, Director of the United States Patent and Trademark Office, P.O. Box 1450, Alexandria, Virginia 22313-1450 For documents filed with new…

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What information is required on a cover sheet for recording documents with the USPTO?

When recording documents with the USPTO, a cover sheet must accompany the document. The cover sheet should include: Name of the conveying party Name and address of the receiving party Application number, patent number, or registration number Name of the inventor (for patent documents) Title of the invention (for patent documents) Document date Nature of…

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