What is the primary focus of a patent examiner’s initial search?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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 primary focus of a patent examiner’s initial search is on the invention as…
Read MoreWhat types of requests can be made to correct inventorship in a nonprovisional patent application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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. Requests to correct inventorship in a nonprovisional patent application can…
Read MoreHow can I convert a provisional patent application to a nonprovisional application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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 USPTO allows for the conversion of a provisional patent application to a nonprovisional…
Read MoreCan a nonprovisional patent application be converted to a provisional application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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, it is possible to convert a nonprovisional patent application to a provisional application…
Read MoreHow can a nonprovisional application be filed by reference to a previously filed application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 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. As of December 18, 2013, a nonprovisional application can be…
Read MoreWhat are the filing date requirements for patent applications filed on or after December 18, 2013?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 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. For nonprovisional applications (except design applications) filed on or after…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for completing a nonprovisional application filed on or after December 18, 2013?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-09 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. For nonprovisional applications filed on or after December 18, 2013, the…
Read MoreWhat are the consequences of filing a nonprovisional application without drawings?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-09 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. Filing a nonprovisional application without drawings can have significant consequences:…
Read MoreWhat are the consequences of failing to respond to an OPAP notice regarding missing drawings?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-09 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. Failing to respond to an Office of Patent Application Processing (OPAP)…
Read MoreWhat are the consequences of omitting an inventor’s oath or declaration in a nonprovisional application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-09 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. Omitting an inventor’s oath or declaration in a nonprovisional application…
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