January 23, 2023

ILPTO update: Intent to deceive is a prerequisite for finding of Fraud on the PTO

In a recent decision the ILPTO reiterated that subjective intent to deceive is a prerequisite for imposing sanctions on patentees who violated the strict disclosure obligations under the Patents Act. A mistake in good faith by the inventor or the agent prosecuting the application does not amount to Fraud on the PTO and will not […]

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