Tag: Patent prosecution process
Navigating the New Era of Continuing Application Practice: Managing Risk and Fees
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has recently introduced a new rule regarding terminal disclaimers (TD) in patents to address obviousness-type double patenting (ODP) rejections. This rule requires Applicants to assert that...
Efficient Patent Prosecution Strategies Under Brazil’s New Appellate Stage Guidelines
Brazil has recently implemented new appellate stage guidelines that will have a significant impact on the patent application process. These changes are designed to streamline the examination process and reduce the time it takes...