Nonpublication Requests of U.S. Patent Applications: Proceed With Caution
Most U.S. utility1 patent applications are published after expiration of a period 18 months from the earliest filing date. However, in…
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Back to School!
Back to School season is upon us again. At #MMWVIP we took a poll and even though we only have…
When Providing Low Quality Service is a Plus
Iridescent Networks, Inc. v. AT&T Mobility, LLC An initial step in many patent proceedings is to determine the meaning of…
Tips to Avoid Reductions to PTA When Citing Documents from Foreign Office Actions
Patent term adjustment (PTA) is awarded by the USPTO to extend the term of patents to account for delays due…
Fireworks and the 4th of July
The United States of America is celebrating its Independence this week with family get togethers, food, and Fireworks. While most…
Summer Solstice 2019
Are you ready for Summer? AccuWeather predicts more 90-degree-and-above days than last year’s, when frequent precipitation held back daytime high…