What is the significance of the “basic thrust of the rejection” in determining new grounds of rejection?
The concept of the “basic thrust of the rejection” is crucial in determining whether a rejection constitutes a new ground of rejection. According to MPEP 1207.03(a): “There is no new ground of rejection when the basic thrust of the rejection remains the same such that an appellant has been given a fair opportunity to react…
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The “basic thrust of the rejection” is a crucial concept in determining whether a new ground of rejection has been introduced in patent appeals. According to MPEP 1207.03(a): “A position or rationale that changes the “basic thrust of the rejection” will give rise to a new ground of rejection.” The basic thrust of the rejection…
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