How does filing a reply within 2 months affect the reply period?
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. Filing a complete first reply within 2 months of the final Office action can…
Read MoreWhat is the E-Patent Reference program and how does it affect citation practices?
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 E-Patent Reference program is an initiative by the USPTO…
Read MoreWhat is the significance of ‘different inventive entity’ in MPEP 715.01(a)?
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 concept of ‘different inventive entity’ is crucial in MPEP…
Read MoreCan the grounds for rejecting claims in an application be different from those applicable to the corresponding patent claims?
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, the grounds for rejecting claims in an application can…
Read MoreWhat is the difference between Form Paragraph 7.91 and Form Paragraph 7.95?
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. Form Paragraphs 7.91 and 7.95 are used in different scenarios…
Read MoreHow does the information required under 37 CFR 1.105 differ from that required under 37 CFR 1.56?
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 information required under 37 CFR 1.105 differs from that…
Read MoreHow can I determine if a cited reference in an IDS has been considered by the examiner?
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 determine if a cited reference in an Information Disclosure…
Read MoreHow can an applicant demonstrate unexpected results for a broad claim range?
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 for a broad claim range, an…
Read MoreCan I demonstrate my invention during a patent interview?
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, you can demonstrate your invention during a patent interview.…
Read MoreHow can an applicant demonstrate a nexus between commercial success and the claimed invention?
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 a nexus between commercial success and the claimed…
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