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
Prosecution
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
Localizing Foreign Applications
We often discuss localizing a foreign (i.e., non-US origin) application for examination at the USPTO. What does that include? Typically, we begin by removing any… Read More »Localizing Foreign Applications
Multiple Dependent Claims
US patent practice concerning multiple dependent claims is partially addressed by 35 USC §112(e). That subsection of the statute currently reads, in part, “A claim… Read More »Multiple Dependent Claims
Obviousness of Species
US patent attorneys focused on chemical and biological arts are familiar with the idea that a prior art genus does not necessarily render obvious a… Read More »Obviousness of Species
Art-Recognized Equivalents
We received a request to address the topic of art-recognized equivalents and, in particular, the substitution of equivalents known for the same purpose. MPEP 2144.06… Read More »Art-Recognized Equivalents
Effective Pre-Appeal Use
The Pre-Appeal Brief Request for Review program is about to celebrate its sweet sixteenth birthday. This celebration should suggest Applicants already know how to use… Read More »Effective Pre-Appeal Use
A “Narrative” Narrative
USPTO Examiners sometimes reject claims in translated patent applications with a “blanket” indefiniteness rejection, rather than detailing specific issues in particular claims. Such a rejection… Read More »A “Narrative” Narrative
Recasting Nonanalogous Art Arguments
When searching claims, an Examiner might begin with a primary reference showing the state of the art prior to Applicant’s invention. Of course, the reference… Read More »Recasting Nonanalogous Art Arguments
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