What conduct amounts to an offer for sale triggering the on sale bar? A discussion on recent developments regarding the on-sale bar with takeaways on how to minimize the risk that commercial activity that triggers it.
Does certain conduct rise to a “public use” prior art event? Metallizing Engineering “forfeiture doctrine” and recent case law seeking to overturn this long-standing principle.
Similarities and differences between these doctrines and “public disclosures” that can disqualify certain types of prior art under AIA 35 U.S.C. § 102(b).
Event Details
Thursday, May 29, 2025
The Westin Westminster
10600 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, Colorado 80020
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