What evidence is required in a 1.130(b) declaration for prior public disclosure?
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. A declaration under 37 CFR 1.130(b) requires specific evidence to…
Read MoreWhat evidence is needed to support a claim of long-felt need in a patent 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. To support a claim of long-felt need in a patent…
Read MoreHow can common ownership be established for the 35 U.S.C. 102(b)(2)(C) exception?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 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. To establish common ownership for the 35 U.S.C. 102(b)(2)(C) exception, the following statement is…
Read MoreIs an enabling disclosure required for a 37 CFR 1.130(a) declaration?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 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, an enabling disclosure is not required for a declaration under 37 CFR 1.130(a).…
Read MoreWhat are the eligibility requirements for prioritized examination?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 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 eligibility requirements for prioritized examination include: The application must be a utility or…
Read MoreWhat is the ‘effective filing date’ for a claimed invention?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 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 ‘effective filing date’ for a claimed invention is defined in 35 U.S.C. 100(i)(1)…
Read MoreCan ‘Easily Erasable’ paper be used for patent applications?
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. The use of ‘Easily Erasable’ paper for patent applications is…
Read MoreCan an applicant dispute the USPTO’s determination of reply period dates?
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. Yes, an applicant can dispute the USPTO’s determination of reply…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between reinstating canceled text and canceled claims in a patent 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. While both processes involve restoring previously removed content, there are…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between a petition to withdraw holding of abandonment and a petition for revival?
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. Understanding the difference between a petition to withdraw holding of…
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