Chapter 2700 Flashcards
1
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Title of Chatper
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Patent Term & Extensions
2
Q
patent term
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- filed on/after 6.8.95 Uruguay Round Agreements ACt- utility/plant 20 years from filing
- filed on/after 5.13.15 - design 15 years from grant
3
Q
extensions for PTO delay
A
- ut./pl. filed on/after 5.29.00 eligible under 35 USC 154(b) & 37 CFR 1.702-1.708
- design term not affected by length of prosecution thus not eligible
4
Q
period of adjustment
A
37 CFR 1.703
5
Q
extensions for other party delays
A
- extension possible, regulatory review
- submit w/in 60 days of approval
- 35 USC 156
6
Q
before product approval
A
- 35 USC 154(d)(5)
- 6 months
7
Q
foreign proirity
A
NOT considered during patent term calculation for extension
