What is the difference between residence and mailing address in patent applications?
The MPEP 719.02 emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between residence and mailing address: The distinction between ‘residence’ and mailing address should not be lost sight of. See MPEP § 602.08(a). Residence typically refers to the place where the inventor lives or has their domicile, while a mailing address is where correspondence should be sent. This…
Read MoreCan the USPTO independently verify information provided by patent applicants?
Can the USPTO independently verify information provided by patent applicants? Yes, the USPTO has the authority to independently verify information provided by patent applicants. MPEP 410 states: “The Office is not the guarantor of the accuracy, correctness or completeness of the information supplied by the applicant.” This means that while the USPTO relies on the…
Read MoreWhat information is included in a CPA acceptance notice?
According to MPEP ¶ 2.30, a CPA acceptance notice typically includes the following information: The filing date of the CPA request The application number of the parent application Confirmation that the CPA request is acceptable Statement that a CPA has been established The MPEP provides a template for examiners, stating: “The request filed on [1]…
Read MoreWhat information about an unpublished patent application can be given over the phone?
MPEP 101 specifies the following procedure that should be followed before giving any information about an unpublished pending or abandoned patent application over the telephone: Obtain the caller’s full name, the application number, and the caller’s telephone number. Ask if there is an attorney or agent of record. Verify the identity of the caller and…
Read MoreHow can I access patent application information that is not available through Public PAIR?
For patent application information not available through Public PAIR, you can submit a request to the USPTO under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Here’s how to proceed: Submit a written request to the USPTO’s FOIA Officer. Clearly identify the records you’re seeking. Explain why you believe the information should be disclosed if it’s not…
Read MoreWhat information can I access about my unpublished patent application?
For unpublished patent applications, access to information is more restricted and typically limited to the applicant or their registered representative. Here’s what you need to know: Unpublished application information is available through Private PAIR. You must associate a Customer Number with your application to access this information. If you’re not the applicant or authorized representative,…
Read MoreWhat information is included in an Application Data Sheet for pre-AIA applications?
An Application Data Sheet (ADS) for pre-AIA applications includes several categories of bibliographic information: Applicant information (name, residence, mailing address, and citizenship) Correspondence information Application information (title, classification, drawings, etc.) Representative information Domestic priority information Foreign priority information Assignee information As stated in MPEP 601.05(b), “Bibliographic data as used in paragraph (a) of this section…
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