Index
Leahy-Smith America Invents Act (AIA)
Summary
A major reform that switched the U.S. patent system from a 'first-to-invent' to a 'first-inventor-to-file' system.
Rights & Rules
- 01.The right of the first person to file a patent application to claim the invention
- 02.The right to challenge the validity of a patent through administrative proceedings
Penalties
- 01.Invalidation of patent claims
- 02.Loss of priority rights
- 03.Liability for legal fees in certain administrative challenges
Verified Citations
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