Pat invents a new type of pillow and obtains a patent for it. Quiet Rest Inc. believes that Pat's invention infringes on the firm's previously patented cushion. After issuance, a challenge to a patent must be brought within
A) nine months.
B) twenty years.
C) the life of the inventor plus 70 years.
D) no specific time.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A challenge to a patent must be brought within nine months after the patent is granted, according to the post-grant review process under the America Invents Act.

Pat Invents a New Type of Pillow and Obtains a Patent