What are the requirements for information under 37 CFR 1.105 in patent applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-10 7 Rules3 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. MPEP 707.07(e) mentions requirements for information under 37 CFR 1.105,…
Read MoreIs a 37 CFR 1.105 requirement considered an Office action?
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. Yes, a 37 CFR 1.105 requirement is considered an Office action, even if it…
Read MoreHow does the USPTO handle unacceptable multiple dependent claims?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-09 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 USPTO has specific procedures for handling unacceptable multiple dependent…
Read MoreHow does the USPTO handle patent applications filed without required drawings?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-09 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 USPTO has a specific process for handling patent applications…
Read MoreWhat are the storage procedures for models, exhibits, and specimens at the USPTO?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-09 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 USPTO has specific procedures for storing models, exhibits, and…
Read MoreAre provisional patent applications examined?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-09 5 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. No, provisional patent applications are not examined. The MPEP 504 clearly…
Read MoreWhat is PSTAR in patent examination?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-09 5 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. PSTAR stands for Patents Service for Time and Application Routing. According…
Read MoreWhen can an examiner change the title of a patent application?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-09 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. An examiner can change the title of a patent application…
Read MoreHow can I challenge an examiner’s new matter rejection?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-09 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 process for challenging an examiner’s new matter rejection depends…
Read MoreCan the title of a patent application be changed after filing?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-09 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 title of a patent application can be changed…
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