What types of patent actions require a primary examiner’s signature?
Several types of patent actions require the signature of a primary examiner, even when an examiner has partial signatory authority. According to MPEP 1005, these actions include: Allowances (MPEP § 1302.13) Examiner’s amendments (MPEP § 1302.04) Final rejections (MPEP §§ 706.07 and 803.01) Withdrawal of final rejection (MPEP §§ 706.07(d) and 706.07(e)) Examiner’s answers on…
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What are the different types of rejections in patent examination? According to MPEP 706, there are several types of rejections that may be imposed during patent examination: Provisional rejections: These are rejections that may be overcome by amendment or submission of evidence. Final rejections: These are made on the second or subsequent examination or consideration…
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