Tag: Patent regulations
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...
China’s Patent Landscape in 2024: Current Trends and Future Outlook
In 2024, China made significant changes to its patent laws and practices with the release of revised regulations and guidelines. These adjustments aimed to enhance patent quality, increase examination efficiency, and strengthen patent protection....