What is the written description requirement under 35 U.S.C. 112(a)?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. The written description requirement under 35 U.S.C. 112(a) mandates that…
Read MoreCan new matter be added to a patent application to overcome a written description rejection?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. No, new matter cannot be added to a patent application…
Read MoreWhat happens if new matter is added to a pre-AIA application after March 16, 2013?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. If new matter is added to a pre-AIA application after…
Read MoreHow does submitting new matter after March 16, 2013, affect an application’s pre-AIA status?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Submitting new matter after March 16, 2013, does not affect an…
Read MoreHow are “new matter” amendments treated in inter partes reexamination?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. “New matter” amendments in inter partes reexamination are treated as…
Read MoreHow does new matter affect AIA status determination?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. New matter in a patent application does not affect the…
Read MoreHow are amendments handled in inter partes reexamination proceedings?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-29 8 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Amendments in inter partes reexamination proceedings are handled as follows:…
Read MoreCan corrections be made to sequence listings after filing?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-29 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Corrections to sequence listings are subject to strict rules regarding…
Read MoreWhat is the impact of continuation-in-part applications on effective filing dates?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-29 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Continuation-in-part (CIP) applications can have a significant impact on effective…
Read MoreCan amending a claim lead to a rejection under 35 U.S.C. 112(a)?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-29 10 Rules5 Related FAQs This page is an FAQ based on guidance from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only: it is not legal advice. Yes, amending a claim to include an invention not described…
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