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Prior Art: The Patent Pitfall

Larson & Larson

Often, the reason that the patent office will cite for rejecting an application is the presence of prior art. This makes the term ‘prior art’ an important concept for inventors to understand. What is Prior Art? You may have heard the term ‘prior art’ before in the context of patents.

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Patent Law Canons and Canards: Bonito Boats

Patently-O

From their inception, the federal patent laws have embodied a careful balance between the need to promote innovation and the recognition that imitation and refinement through imitation are both necessary to invention itself and the very lifeblood of a competitive economy. ” Compco Corp. ” Compco Corp. Day–Brite Lighting, Inc. ,

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Understanding The Patent Specification Of An Invention

Intepat

A patent specification is a disclosure to the public at large regarding the invention as well as the scope of protection that would be granted to the invention. It provides an opportunity for the applicant to provide information regarding the invention in order to be entitled to claim protection. Complete Specification.