How does a reissue application affect patent term adjustment?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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. A reissue application does not affect the patent term adjustment…
Read MoreHow does withdrawing a patent application from issue affect the patent term?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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. Withdrawing a patent application from issue can potentially affect the…
Read MoreWhat role does the Director of International Patent Legal Administration play in patent term adjustments?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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 Director of International Patent Legal Administration has a specific…
Read MoreWhat is the significance of the issue fee payment date?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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 issue fee payment date is significant for several reasons:…
Read MoreWhat are the consequences of submitting a request for corrected publication for non-material mistakes?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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. Submitting a request for corrected publication under 37 CFR 1.221(b)…
Read MoreHow did the AIA Technical Corrections Act change the calculation of the fourteen-month period for patent term adjustment?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 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 AIA Technical Corrections Act, enacted on January 14, 2013, changed the calculation of…
Read MoreHow does a suspension of action affect patent term adjustment?
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. A suspension of action can have a negative impact on…
Read MoreHow does a request for suspension of action affect patent term adjustment?
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. A request for suspension of action can negatively impact patent…
Read MoreIs a requirement for information under 37 CFR 1.105 considered an Office action for patent term adjustment purposes?
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, a requirement for information under 37 CFR 1.105 is…
Read MoreWhat is the effect of filing a petition to revive on patent term adjustment?
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 petition to revive an abandoned application can affect patent term adjustment (PTA)…
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