What is the significance of the Official Gazette notice for reexamination certificates?
The Official Gazette notice for reexamination certificates serves several important purposes: It provides public notice of the outcome of a reexamination proceeding It offers a summary of changes to the patent resulting from the reexamination It helps interested parties quickly assess the impact of the reexamination on the patent It distinguishes between different types of…
Read MoreAre changes to patent specifications and drawings indicated in the Official Gazette notice for reexamination certificates?
Yes, changes to patent specifications and drawings are indicated in the Official Gazette notice for reexamination certificates. According to MPEP 2291: “…a representative claim will be published along with an indication of any changes to the specification or drawing.” This means that the notice will provide information about: Any modifications made to the patent specification…
Read MoreHow are changes to the original patent shown in a reissue patent?
Changes to the original patent are shown in a specific manner in reissue patents: Material omitted from the original patent is enclosed in heavy brackets [ ] Material added by the reissue is printed in italics As stated in the MPEP: “Matter enclosed in heavy brackets [ ] appears in the original patent but forms…
Read MoreHow should certificate of correction changes be incorporated into a reissue application?
Certificate of correction changes should be incorporated into a reissue application without underlining or bracketing. This applies to changes made by a certificate of correction dated before the filing of the reissue application or during its pendency. As stated in MPEP 1411.01: “The applicant should include any changes, additions, or deletions that were made by…
Read MoreHow should disclaimers of claims be handled in a reissue application?
Disclaimers of claims under 37 CFR 1.321(a) should be incorporated into a reissue application without using underlining or brackets. This treatment is similar to that of certificate of correction changes. According to MPEP 1411.01: “Certificate of correction changes and disclaimer of claim(s) under 37 CFR 1.321(a) should be made without using underlining or brackets.” This…
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