What happens if I fail to notify the USPTO about loss of micro entity status?
What happens if I fail to notify the USPTO about loss of micro entity status? Failing to notify the USPTO about the loss of micro entity status can have serious consequences. The MPEP warns: “Fraudulent assertion of micro entity status is considered a fraud practiced or attempted on the Office.” (MPEP 509.04(f)) Consequences may include:…
Read MoreWhat are the consequences of improperly claiming small entity status?
What are the consequences of improperly claiming small entity status? Improperly claiming small entity status can have serious consequences. The MPEP 509.03 states: “Improperly and with intent to deceive establishing status as a small entity, or paying fees as a small entity, shall be considered as a fraud practiced or attempted on the Office.” This…
Read MoreWhat happens if I wrongly claim small entity status?
What happens if I wrongly claim small entity status? Wrongly claiming small entity status can have serious consequences. According to MPEP 509.03: “Improperly and with intent to deceive establishing status as a small entity, or paying fees as a small entity, shall be considered as a fraud practiced or attempted on the Office.” The consequences…
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