Tag Archives: Patent Law

“Global Dossier” May Lead to IP5 “One Portal” Filings

Posted on August 3, 2012 by Warren Woessner

As reported in Director Kappos’ blog, progress is being made in harmonizing the patent filing process in the IP5 countries. This may be as big an advance in patent law as the EPO – including our hope for a single … Continue reading →

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“APPLICATION DENIED”- PROMETHEUS IN ACTION

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Warren Woessner

A mathematical equation, even directed toward solving a particular problem, cannot be patented. Prometheus (“Mayo”) 132 S. Ct. at 1299. However, in Diehr, the S. Ct. stated, hopefully, that “[a]n application of a law of nature or a mathematical algorithm … Continue reading →

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Why Myriad Should Drop Its Appeal

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Warren Woessner

In the Kenny Rogers song, “The Gambler,” Rogers sings “You got to know when to hold ‘em, know when to fold ‘em.” There is still time for Myriad to “fold ‘em” and drop its appeal of the district court decision … Continue reading →

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PTO Guidelines for Process Claims Involving Laws of Nature

Posted on July 8, 2012 by Warren Woessner

On July 3rd, the PTO released 13 pages entitled “2012 Interim Procedure for Subject Matter Eligibility Analysis of Process Claims Involving Laws of Nature.” They are intended as guidance for Examiners who encounter such claims, e.g., in Group 1600, in … Continue reading →

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