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MPEP 409.03(g)
Proof of Irreparable Damage

Ninth Edition of the MPEP, Revision 10.2019, Last Revised in June 2020

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409.03(g)    Proof of Irreparable Damage [R-11.2013]

[Editor Note: This MPEP section is not applicable to applications filed on or after September 16, 2012.]

Irreparable damage may be established by a pre-AIA 37 CFR 1.47(b) applicant by a showing (a statement) that a filing date is necessary to preserve the rights of the party or to prevent irreparable damage.