Wildlife Research Center Wins Partial Summary Judgment in Patent Case
The District Court of Minnesota granted partial summary judgment in Wildlife Research Center, Inc. v. HME Products, LCC, 2007 WL 2746840 (D.Minn. 9/18/07).
Wildlife Research Center holds a patent for a hanging device that attracts game. The device uses a scented wick that is protected from moisture. HME sold a similar device but left its wick completely exposed to moisture. HME argued that WRC's patent only covered devices that completely protected the wick from moisture. Both parties moved for summary judgment.
The court found that WRC's patent covers devices that substantially protect the wick and that HME's device infringed the patent. The case will proceed to determine damages and any defenses HME may have.
