Courts have used this doctrine to strike down patents where the delay in prosecution was deemed unreasonable and prejudicial to the public. V. Conclusion
Instead of rewarding true advancement, the system rewards those who can best manipulate administrative timelines. 1229009
Usually, companies can "design around" a known patent. With submarine patents, there is no public disclosure to design around until it is too late. IV. Legal Responses and Modern Reforms Courts have used this doctrine to strike down
True innovation thrives on clarity; by closing the loopholes that allow submarine patents to exist, the legal system protects the honest inventor and the competitive market alike. ARTICLE - Houston Law Review 1229009