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If you've received a rejection from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), you're not alone. Patent applications often face challenges during the examination process, especially when there's confusion about the invention’s uniqueness or scope. One of the most effective ways to address this? A patent examiner interview.

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If you’ve received a Section 101 rejection from a patent examiner, you’re not alone. These types of rejections are increasingly common, especially in fields involving software or business methods. The good news? A Section 101 rejection doesn't mean the end of the road. We help inventors understand what’s behind these rejections and...

Facing a final rejection in the patent application process can be discouraging, but it doesn’t always mean the end of the road. In many cases, there’s still time to revise your claims and continue working with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). One way to do this is by filing...

When you come up with a new invention, it’s natural to want to protect it as soon as possible. But before you spend time or money filing a patent application, there’s one important step that shouldn't be skipped: the patent search.

A proper search helps you figure out...

Patent appeals can feel like distant courtroom dramas, especially when the names involved are Apple or Microsoft. But behind the headlines are valuable lessons for anyone trying to protect an invention. Whether you're just starting the patent process or thinking about defending your rights, you can learn a lot from how these...

Getting a letter from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) can be stressful—especially if you’re not sure what it means. If you’ve received a Missing Parts Notice, don’t panic. This type of notice simply means that something was left out of your nonprovisional patent application. While it can delay your application...

When the USPTO issues a final rejection on your patent application, you may feel like your only option is to file a full appeal. But there’s another path that’s faster and less expensive: a Pre-Appeal Brief Request for Review. This tool allows you to challenge a final rejection without going through...

When you file a patent application, your words matter—but your drawings can be just as important. Think of patent drawings as a visual blueprint—they show what your invention is and how it works. In many cases, they do what text alone can’t: clearly illustrate what something looks like, how it fits together,...

You’ve received a final rejection from the USPTO. It’s frustrating—and often feels like a dead end. But there’s still a way forward. A well-prepared appeal, especially one supported by strong technical testimony, can turn things around.

Appeals give you a chance to clarify your invention, challenge how the examiner...