In this episode of Wait, what?, patent attorneys Laura Gordon and Stephanie Lodise tackle the surprisingly high-stakes world of patent application formatting. From font size pitfalls to the perils of shaded tables, they reveal how tiny details can trigger outsized rejections, even after allowance. With real-world stories, practical checklists, and even a pop quiz, Laura and Stephanie show how faulty formatting can interrupt patent prosecution and issuance. Tune in to learn why formatting matters and why sometimes sweating the small stuff is essential for smooth patent sailing.
Click below for more information on the patents mentioned in this episode!
US9474267B2 “Turkey decoy Apparatus”
US7490833B2 “Scent-based board game”
USD468589S1 “Plate having condiment wells"
Questions and comments: lrgordon@bakerlaw.com and SLodise@bakerlaw.com
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