When was inter partes reexamination replaced by inter partes review?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 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. Inter partes reexamination was replaced by inter partes review on…
Read MoreWhen can a patent examiner use the streamlined eligibility analysis?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 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. A patent examiner can use the streamlined eligibility analysis when…
Read MoreWhen can an affidavit or declaration under 37 CFR 1.130(a) be used?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 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. An affidavit or declaration under 37 CFR 1.130(a), also known…
Read MoreWhen should an interference be suggested during patent examination?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 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. An interference should rarely be suggested until examination is completed…
Read MoreWhen can prior art be submitted under 37 CFR 1.501(a)?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 1 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. Prior art can be submitted under 37 CFR 1.501(a) at…
Read MoreWhen should the markedly different characteristics analysis be performed?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 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 markedly different characteristics analysis should be performed when evaluating…
Read MoreWhen is it appropriate to include sequences in patent drawings?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 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. While sequences should generally be included in the Sequence Listing…
Read MoreWhen should a request for interim extension be filed?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 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. According to 37 CFR 1.760, as cited in MPEP 2755.01:…
Read MoreWhen should information be disclosed to the USPTO during patent prosecution?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 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. Information should be submitted promptly to the USPTO during patent…
Read MoreWhat is an Interference Practice Specialist (IPS) and when should an examiner consult one?
Source: FAQ (MPEP-Based)BlueIron Update: 2024-09-30 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. An Interference Practice Specialist (IPS) is an expert in each…
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