What is the relationship between sufficiency of disclosure and enablement 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 sufficiency of disclosure in a patent application is closely…
Read MoreCan protective order materials be submitted under MPEP § 724.02?
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, protective order materials can be submitted under MPEP §…
Read MoreHow are statutory periods calculated for Office actions 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. Statutory periods for Office actions in patent applications are calculated…
Read MoreWhat is the statutory authority for patent examination?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 10 Rules 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 statutory authority for patent examination is outlined in 35 U.S.C. 131,…
Read MoreWhat statement is required to invoke the prior art exception under 35 U.S.C. 102(b)(2)(C)?
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 invoke the prior art exception under 35 U.S.C. 102(b)(2)(C),…
Read MoreWhat is the standard period for replying to a patent office action?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 3 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. According to 35 U.S.C. 133, the standard period for replying…
Read MoreWhat is the ‘Slothfulness Rule’ in patent diligence?
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 ‘Slothfulness Rule’ is a principle in patent law related…
Read MoreWhat is the significance of comparing claimed invention with closest prior art 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. Comparing the claimed invention with the closest prior art is…
Read MoreHow can an applicant show common ownership to invoke the prior art exception?
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 invoke the prior art exception under 35 U.S.C. 102(b)(2)(C),…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between a shortened statutory period for reply and a specified time limit?
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 main differences between a shortened statutory period for reply and a specified time…
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