On Track with Track One
In a previous post, we discussed the USPTO’s Track One prioritized examination program. Let’s take a closer look. The Track One program allows Applicants desiring… Read More »On Track with Track One
Expediting Examination at the USPTO
We were recently asked about expedited examination at the USPTO. The options for doing so are basically: pay now, work now, or do both later.… Read More »Expediting Examination at the USPTO
Japanese Translation of “Conditions Precedent” Precedent
Our “Conditions Precedent” Precedent post was recently translated into Japanese by our friends at Beikoku Patent Lab. コラム特許翻訳：クレームにおける「条件のif節」/ We will discuss a related topic during… Read More »Japanese Translation of “Conditions Precedent” Precedent
Common IDS Errors
Some of our competitors informed us they read our blog. (Thank you for your support!) We know they like our discussions of Information Disclosure Statement… Read More »Common IDS Errors
A Little More PPH
We receive many questions about the Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) program. So, let’s revisit the topic. Few, if any, Applicants file applications in the USPTO… Read More »A Little More PPH
Dependent Claim Example
We often discuss our view that many non-US Applicants should add dependent claims via Preliminary Amendment when filing utility patent applications at the United States… Read More »Dependent Claim Example
First Action Finals in Continuations
A few weeks ago, we were asked about the June 2020 changes to MPEP 706.07(b). That section relates to the situations in which the first… Read More »First Action Finals in Continuations
Generalizing Species
Our friend, Nüni, pointed out we did not follow-up from our blog post regarding Obviousness of Species. Specifically, we explained that USPTO Examiners (particularly, mechanical… Read More »Generalizing Species
Brief Case Analysis
Let’s consider an invention in which a car has been enhanced to include a camera on the rear of the car. The camera is angled… Read More »Brief Case Analysis
Preparing an Interview Agenda
Recently, we were asked how we prefer to prepare an interview agenda with an Examiner at the USPTO. One of the defining characteristics of contemporary… Read More »Preparing an Interview Agenda