Jun 5, 08:12 PM

Federal Circuit Overrules Rosen-Durling Test for Design Patent Obviousness; USPTO Issues Guidance

The Federal Circuit has overruled the Rosen-Durling test for design patent obviousness, deeming it 'improperly rigid.' This decision marks a significant shift in how design patent obviousness is evaluated, overturning decades of precedent. Following the ruling, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) swiftly issued new guidance to align with the updated standard. Legal experts from firms such as WilmerHale, Akin Gump, and Venable LLP have provided insights into the implications of this change.

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