How does reapplying for a patent after abandoning a previous application affect rights under pre-AIA 35 U.S.C. 102(c)?
Reapplying for a patent after abandoning a previous application does not necessarily constitute abandonment under pre-AIA 35 U.S.C. 102(c). According to MPEP 2134: “Where there is no evidence of expressed intent or conduct by inventor to abandon the invention, delay in reapplying for patent after abandonment of a previous application does not constitute abandonment under…
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