How can an applicant request reconsideration of the patent term adjustment?
An applicant can request reconsideration of the patent term adjustment as outlined in 37 CFR 1.705(b). The process includes: Filing an application for patent term adjustment within two months of the patent grant date Paying the required fee Providing a statement of facts specifying the correct adjustment and bases for it The MPEP states, “Any…
Read MoreWhat evidence is required to support a petition under pre-AIA 37 CFR 1.47?
To support a petition under pre-AIA 37 CFR 1.47, the following evidence is typically required: A statement of facts signed by someone with firsthand knowledge Documentary evidence such as Internet searches, certified mail return receipts, cover letters of instructions, or telegrams Details of steps taken to locate the nonsigning inventor The MPEP emphasizes: ‘The statement…
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