What are the kind codes associated with AIA trials?
The America Invents Act (AIA) introduced new types of patent review proceedings, which are reflected in specific kind codes. According to MPEP 901.04(a), the following kind codes are associated with AIA trials: J: Post-Grant Review Certificate K: Inter Partes Review Certificate O: Derivation Certificate These kind codes help identify documents related to specific types of…
Read MoreWhat Kind Codes are associated with AIA trials?
The America Invents Act (AIA) introduced new types of post-grant proceedings, which are associated with specific Kind Codes. According to the MPEP, these codes are: J: Post-Grant Review Certificate K: Inter Partes Review Certificate O: Derivation Certificate These Kind Codes are used to identify documents related to the respective AIA trial proceedings. For example, a…
Read MoreWhat is the significance of the “A” and “B” series in patent kind codes?
The “A” and “B” series in patent kind codes generally indicate different stages of the patent process. According to MPEP 901.04(a): “A” series: Typically refers to patent application publications or first-level publications. “B” series: Usually indicates granted patents or second-level publications. For example, in the U.S. system: A1 denotes a Patent Application Publication B1 signifies…
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