What is the difference between an affidavit and a declaration in 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. In the context of patent applications, affidavits and declarations serve…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between an affidavit under 37 CFR 1.131(a) and 37 CFR 1.132 in 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 key differences between affidavits under 37 CFR 1.131(a) and…
Read MoreHow is the date of abandonment determined for 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. The date of abandonment for a patent application is determined…
Read MoreCan demonstrations be conducted during patent examiner interviews?
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, demonstrations can be conducted during patent examiner interviews. The…
Read MoreHow can an applicant demonstrate unexpected results?
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 demonstrate unexpected results, an applicant should: Compare the claimed…
Read MoreWhen is a decision on a petition to expunge information made?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules4 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 decision on a petition to expunge information is typically…
Read MoreWho decides on petitions to expunge information from patent applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules4 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 decision-maker for petitions to expunge information depends on the…
Read MoreWhat is the date of abandonment for a patent application with a non-final Office action?
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 a patent application with a non-final Office action, the…
Read MoreHow is the date of abandonment determined for a patent application with a final Office action?
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 date of abandonment for a patent application with a…
Read MoreWhat is the critical period for showing diligence in patent applications?
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 critical period for showing diligence in patent applications is defined in the MPEP…
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