In the recent decision Ex parte Chamberlain, Appeal 22-1944 (Xencor), the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s new Appeals Review Panel provided clarity regarding its stance on means-plus-function claims. Its decision...more
The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) finalized the adoption of version 1.7 of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Standard ST.26, effective July 1, 2024. This standard, integral for disclosing and...more