What is Form Paragraph 4.03 used for in USPTO Office actions?
Form Paragraph 4.03 is used by USPTO examiners in Office actions to notify relevant parties about the death of a patent practitioner. The paragraph reads: Notice of the death of the attorney or agent of record has come to the attention of this Office. Since the power of attorney is therefore terminated, this action is…
Read MoreWhat should applicants do if their drawing corrections are rejected?
If an applicant’s drawing corrections are rejected, they should carefully review the examiner’s comments in the Office action. According to MPEP 608.02(x): “The applicant will be notified and informed of any required corrective action in the next Office action.” Applicants should: Carefully read the examiner’s explanation for the rejection Address all issues raised by the…
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