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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

And, once a patent expires (or is refused or forfeited by public use), the balance allows “free access to copy whatever the federal patent and copyright laws leave in the public domain.” ” Compco Corp. Day–Brite Lighting, Inc. , 234 (1964). Metallizing Engineering Co. Kenyon Bearing & Auto Parts Co.,

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Understanding The Patent Specification Of An Invention

Intepat

The primary purpose of the provisional specification is to be able to claim a priority date before the inventor discloses the final details. It can include the advantages of the invention to indicate the areas of application and the preferable use. Prior art and problem to be solved. Object of invention and Summary of Invention.