What happens if the only error identified in a reissue declaration is to delete a 35 U.S.C. 120 benefit claim?
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. If the only error identified in the reissue declaration is…
Read MoreWhat if a reissue declaration aims to correct the patent term by deleting a 35 U.S.C. 120 benefit claim?
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. If the only error identified in the reissue declaration is…
Read MoreHow are reissue applications handled differently in terms of signatory authority?
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. Reissue applications are treated differently in terms of signatory authority,…
Read MoreHow does the process differ for reissue applications filed before September 16, 2012?
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. For reissue applications filed before September 16, 2012, there are…
Read MoreWhat is the purpose of a reissue oath or declaration in a reissue application filed before September 16, 2012?
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 purpose of a reissue oath or declaration in a…
Read MoreCan a reissue application filed before September 16, 2012, correct multiple errors in the original patent?
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. Yes, a reissue application filed before September 16, 2012, can…
Read MoreWhat is the role of the Office of Patent Application Processing (OPAP) in reviewing reissue oaths/declarations filed before September 16, 2012?
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. For reissue applications filed before September 16, 2012, the Office of Patent Application Processing…
Read MoreAre there any more FAQs about MPEP 1414.02 – Reissue Oath or Declaration in Reissue Application Filed Before September 16, 2012?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules3 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. No more FAQs can be generated for this specific MPEP…
Read MoreCan a reissue oath or declaration be signed by the legal representative of a deceased or legally incapacitated inventor?
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. Yes, a reissue oath or declaration can be signed by…
Read MoreHow should errors be identified in a reissue oath/declaration?
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. When identifying errors in a reissue oath/declaration, it’s important to…
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