Patent ID: 8031855
Filing Date: 2011-10-04
Classification: H04M,H04Q

Abstract:
1. A method for facilitating voice communications between a caller and a called party, comprising: attempting to establish a voice communication between the caller and a desired called party, said attempt includes sending an Initial Address Message signal via a signaling channel; during said connection attempt to said desired called party, receiving from said signaling channel a first signal concerning a non-answering condition of the desired party; indicating to the caller the non-answering condition of said desired party; offering a service to said caller; during the step of offering a service to said caller sending via said signaling channel, at least one second Initial Address Message signal for determining whether the non-answering condition persists; and if said non-answering condition no longer exists as indicated by a received Answer Call Message signal, ceasing said offer to said caller and establishing a voice channel with said desired party, allowing the caller to communicate with said desired party.