What happens to inventions for which the required fee is not paid in transitional applications?
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. In transitional applications, if the required fee for examining additional…
Read MoreWhat are transitional applications under 37 CFR 1.129?
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. Transitional applications are those filed on or before June 8,…
Read MoreAre the transitional application provisions applicable to applications filed after June 8, 1995?
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. No, the transitional application provisions are not applicable to applications filed after June 8,…
Read MoreWhat options do applicants have under 37 CFR 1.129(b)(2) for transitional applications?
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. Under 37 CFR 1.129(b)(2), if an application contains claims to…
Read MoreCan applicants request a refund for fees paid in transitional applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 6 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, in certain circumstances, applicants can request a refund for…
Read MoreWhat are the exceptions to the transitional application provisions?
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. There are three main exceptions to the transitional application provisions under 37 CFR 1.129(b)(1).…
Read MoreAre there any more FAQs about MPEP 803.03 – Transitional Applications?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-27 10 Rules 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, all relevant information from MPEP 803.03 – Transitional Applications has been…
Read MoreWhat constitutes ‘actions by the applicant’ under 37 CFR 1.129(b)(1)?
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. Under 37 CFR 1.129(b)(1), certain actions by the applicant can…
Read MoreWhat is the significance of 37 CFR 1.17(s) in transitional patent applications?
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. 37 CFR 1.17(s) is a regulation that sets forth certain…
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