Pendency Period
/ˈpɛn.dən.si ˈpɪə.ri.əd/
Definitions
- (n.) The time span during which a legal case or proceeding is pending before a court or administrative body.
The pendency period in patent litigation can significantly affect market dynamics.
- (n.) The interval within which an action must be taken or remains valid in legal or regulatory processes.
During the pendency period, the application is subject to examination and possible objections.
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- pendency periods
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Commentary
The term often appears in contexts such as intellectual property, administrative law, and civil litigation, marking the duration that affects rights, obligations, or procedural deadlines.
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