What is the first step an inventor has if a patent examiner denies a claim?
A) file a response to the examiner and have the response evaluated
B) appeal to the Board of Patent Appeals for a conference with a senior patent examiner
C) ask the Board of Examiners to consider the issue
D) the inventor doesn't have any recourse

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The first step an inventor should take if a patent examiner denies a claim is to file a response to the examiner's rejection, addressing the reasons for the denial and possibly amending the claims. This response is then evaluated by the examiner.

What Is the First Step an Inventor Has If a Patent