In this debut episode of Wait, what?, veteran patent attorneys Laura Gordon and Stephanie Lodise unravel the deceptively tricky world of Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) timing. Just because the USPTO says you can file an IDS doesn’t mean you should, especially if you care about preserving Patent Term Adjustment (PTA). With real-world examples, court cases, and practical tips, they expose how well-meaning disclosures can backfire and cost valuable patent term. Tune in to learn how to dodge the timing traps and keep your PTA intact.