What takes precedence over special cases in patent examination?
According to MPEP 708.01, certain procedures take precedence over actions on special cases: Completion and mailing of all papers typed and ready for signature Processing of ‘Printer Rush’ cases within the indicated period Reissue applications, particularly those involved in stayed litigation Applications with set time limits, such as examiner’s answers due within 2 months after…
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When inconsistencies exist between an Application Data Sheet (ADS) and other documents in a patent application, the ADS generally takes precedence. According to MPEP 601.05: ‘Where an ADS is used, the ADS data will govern when inconsistent with the information provided elsewhere in the application, except when the ADS is accompanied by a clear indication…
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