Dependent Claim Drafting Strategy
In view of our continued emphasis on the importance of dependent claims during US patent prosecution, we often receive questions regarding what sort of features… Read More »Dependent Claim Drafting Strategy
Dependent Claims
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