The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued new guidance encouraging applicants to use subject matter eligibility declarations (SMEDs), highlighting their potential influence at all stages of the eligibility analysis. Our Intellectual Property Group outlines the key takeaways from these memos and practical steps for leveraging SMEDs.
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USPTO Clarifies Role of Declarations in Subject Matter Eligibility Rejections

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