What is the relationship between 37 CFR 1.131(c) and the first inventor to file provisions of the AIA?
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 provisions of 37 CFR 1.131(c) are not applicable to…
Read MoreWhat is the significance of 37 CFR 1.131(a) affidavits or declarations in establishing invention dates?
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. 37 CFR 1.131(a) affidavits or declarations are important tools for…
Read MoreWhat is the significance of 37 CFR 1.132 affidavits in overcoming pre-AIA 35 U.S.C. 102 or 103 rejections?
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. 37 CFR 1.132 affidavits play a crucial role in overcoming…
Read MoreWhat forms should be used for powers of attorney in patent applications filed before September 16, 2012?
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. For patent applications filed before September 16, 2012, the USPTO recommends…
Read MoreHow does a power of attorney by the assignee affect previous powers of attorney in pre-AIA applications?
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. In pre-AIA patent applications (filed before September 16, 2012), a power…
Read MoreWho can administer the oath or declaration for 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. For patent applications filed before September 16, 2012, the oath…
Read MoreWhat is a pre-AIA 37 CFR 1.47 application?
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. A pre-AIA 37 CFR 1.47 application is a patent application filed…
Read MoreWho can be considered a ‘person’ under pre-AIA 37 CFR 1.47(b)?
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. Under pre-AIA 37 CFR 1.47(b), the term ‘person’ is broadly interpreted.…
Read MoreHow can I change the correspondence address in a patent application filed before September 16, 2012?
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 changing the correspondence address in a patent…
Read MoreWhat are the consequences of not submitting an Application Data Sheet (ADS) in applications filed before September 16, 2012?
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. For applications filed before September 16, 2012, submitting an Application…
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