What does straight continuation mean? Patent attorneys will sometimes use the term “straight continuation” to refer to a specific type of child application that stems…
When must a continuation application be filed? Known as a child application, a continuation must be filed while the parent application is still pending. A…
What is a design patent continuation application? US patent law allows an applicant to file a “child” patent application while the “parent” application is still…
CIP or Continuation: What are the differences? Both types of patent applications fall under the category of a continuing application. A continuing application is a…
Reasons for Filing a Continuing Application A continuing application is basically a child patent application that must be filed while the parent patent application is…
What are parent and child applications? In the patent world, parent and child applications may be relevant when continuing applications are involved. A parent application…