Tag: USPTO
Patentability Search – Why Bother?
June 17, 2010
When discussing the fundamentals of patent law with potential clients, we are often asked whether it is necessary, and whether it is a good idea, to conduct a patentability search. The bottom line is that there is no requirement to…
Read MorePatent Examiner, Will You Please Ignore My Recent Issue Fee Payment Until After You’ve Considered This New Reference?
June 10, 2010
Occasionally, a patent practitioner will become aware of a prior art reference after the issue fee has been paid, and the question becomes—will the examiner consider the reference at this late stage? The short answer is “yes”. But as you…
Read MoreUSPTO Opens “Project Exchange” Program To All Applicants
May 19, 2010
On November 6, 2009, the USPTO announced the initiation of a program called “Project Exchange.” This program was initially limited to applicants claiming small entity status; however, the USPTO has more recently announced that this program will be available to…
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