One StockDuq files patent infringement case against Becton, Dickinson and Company
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MDBR Staff Writer Published 07 December 2012
One StockDuq Holdings has filed a patent infringement case against Becton, Dickinson and Company in the US District Court for the Western District of Tennessee for continuing to infringe One StockDuq's Patent.
The patent No. 5,704,914 covers an intravenous catheter placement assembly, which includes a translucent hub for observing blood flashback to confirm entry into the blood vessel and a retractable needle to prevent needle stick injuries.
The US-based company alleges that developers of the intravenous catheter placement assembly, Dr Stocking and Dr Duque have contacted Becton, Dickinson on multiple occasions to seek a business relationship with respect to their
patented invention.
One StockDuq in its complaint said although Becton, Dickinson requested additional information about their invention, it nevertheless declined to enter into a business relationship with the doctors.
Subsequently, Becton, Dickinson is alleged to have introduced into the market its own IV catheter placement assemblies that infringe One-SD's patent.
The suit seeks injunctive relief and damages as remedies for the infringement
MDBR Staff Writer Published 07 December 2012
One StockDuq Holdings has filed a patent infringement case against Becton, Dickinson and Company in the US District Court for the Western District of Tennessee for continuing to infringe One StockDuq's Patent.
The patent No. 5,704,914 covers an intravenous catheter placement assembly, which includes a translucent hub for observing blood flashback to confirm entry into the blood vessel and a retractable needle to prevent needle stick injuries.
The US-based company alleges that developers of the intravenous catheter placement assembly, Dr Stocking and Dr Duque have contacted Becton, Dickinson on multiple occasions to seek a business relationship with respect to their
patented invention.
One StockDuq in its complaint said although Becton, Dickinson requested additional information about their invention, it nevertheless declined to enter into a business relationship with the doctors.
Subsequently, Becton, Dickinson is alleged to have introduced into the market its own IV catheter placement assemblies that infringe One-SD's patent.
The suit seeks injunctive relief and damages as remedies for the infringement
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Holley West (on behalf of Stites)
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ONE-SD FILES PATENT INFRINGEMENT SUIT AGAINST GLOBAL MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY COMPANY BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Dec. 5, 2012-- One StockDuq Holdings, LLC. (“One-SD”) announced today that on Dec. 3, 2012, its attorneys filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Becton, Dickinson and Company in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee. One-SD is seeking injunctive relief and damages for infringement of its patent covering a novel intravenous catheter placement assembly. The patented IV catheter placement assembly was invented by Dr. John Stocking and Dr. Francis Duque, both of whom practice anesthesiology in Louisville, Ky.
“The innovative catheter placement assembly developed by Dr. Stocking and Dr. Duque enables health care professionals to create a much safer environment for both patients and clinicians,” stated Joel Beres, lead trial counsel for One-SD. “This lawsuit is necessary to protect the doctors’ significant investment in the development of this patented technology.”
Catheter assemblies, which are frequently used in the health care industry, allow for the insertion of a catheter into a blood vessel or other liquid containing region using a needle. Prior to the patented invention, the catheter assemblies on the market suffered from numerous drawbacks, causing blood leakage and needle stick injuries. Recognizing the potential dangers of such devices, Drs. Stocking and Duque developed the patented catheter placement assembly, which includes a translucent hub for observing blood flashback to confirm entry into the blood vessel, a means for preventing blood spillage, and a retractable needle to prevent needle stick injuries.
The lawsuit, which was filed by Beres along with patent litigation attorneys Randy Michels, Bill Ferrell, Melissa Smith, and Kevin Hartley at the law firm of Stites & Harbison, PLLC, alleges that Becton, Dickinson infringes U.S. Patent No. 5,704,914. One-SD’s complaint alleges that Drs. Stocking and Duque contacted Becton, Dickinson on multiple occasions to seek a business relationship with respect to their patented invention. According to the complaint, although Becton, Dickinson requested additional information about their invention, it nevertheless declined to enter into a business relationship with the doctors. Subsequently, Becton, Dickinson is alleged to have introduced into the market its own IV catheter placement assemblies that infringe One-SD’s patent. “One-SD simply seeks to right a wrong that has been committed against it,” stated Beres.
Earlier this year, One-SD’s attorneys filed the first patent infringement cases in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee since its selection for the Patent Pilot Program in June of 2011. The Patent Pilot Program is a ten-year project designed to enhance expertise in patent cases among U.S. district judges. The Western District of Tennessee was selected for this project because, among other things, the District has adopted local rules for patent cases. These rules are designed to streamline patent litigation cases, which are notoriously complex and expensive. Praising the Court’s implementation of the Program, Beres stated, “While I am hopeful that the parties may reach a business resolution, if we are forced to take this matter to trial, I am confident that One-SD will obtain the patent protection it seeks in an expeditious manner.”
About Stites & Harbison
Stites & Harbison, PLLC, is a leading, full-service business and litigation firm with approximately 240 attorneys in eight offices in five states – Tennessee, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky and Virginia. Tracing its origins to 1832, Stites & Harbison is one of the oldest law practices in the nation and among the largest law firms in the Southeast. For more information, visit www.stites.com.
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(615) 782-2328
[email protected]
Holley West (on behalf of Stites)
(615) 248-8202
[email protected]
ONE-SD FILES PATENT INFRINGEMENT SUIT AGAINST GLOBAL MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY COMPANY BECTON, DICKINSON AND COMPANY
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Dec. 5, 2012-- One StockDuq Holdings, LLC. (“One-SD”) announced today that on Dec. 3, 2012, its attorneys filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Becton, Dickinson and Company in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee. One-SD is seeking injunctive relief and damages for infringement of its patent covering a novel intravenous catheter placement assembly. The patented IV catheter placement assembly was invented by Dr. John Stocking and Dr. Francis Duque, both of whom practice anesthesiology in Louisville, Ky.
“The innovative catheter placement assembly developed by Dr. Stocking and Dr. Duque enables health care professionals to create a much safer environment for both patients and clinicians,” stated Joel Beres, lead trial counsel for One-SD. “This lawsuit is necessary to protect the doctors’ significant investment in the development of this patented technology.”
Catheter assemblies, which are frequently used in the health care industry, allow for the insertion of a catheter into a blood vessel or other liquid containing region using a needle. Prior to the patented invention, the catheter assemblies on the market suffered from numerous drawbacks, causing blood leakage and needle stick injuries. Recognizing the potential dangers of such devices, Drs. Stocking and Duque developed the patented catheter placement assembly, which includes a translucent hub for observing blood flashback to confirm entry into the blood vessel, a means for preventing blood spillage, and a retractable needle to prevent needle stick injuries.
The lawsuit, which was filed by Beres along with patent litigation attorneys Randy Michels, Bill Ferrell, Melissa Smith, and Kevin Hartley at the law firm of Stites & Harbison, PLLC, alleges that Becton, Dickinson infringes U.S. Patent No. 5,704,914. One-SD’s complaint alleges that Drs. Stocking and Duque contacted Becton, Dickinson on multiple occasions to seek a business relationship with respect to their patented invention. According to the complaint, although Becton, Dickinson requested additional information about their invention, it nevertheless declined to enter into a business relationship with the doctors. Subsequently, Becton, Dickinson is alleged to have introduced into the market its own IV catheter placement assemblies that infringe One-SD’s patent. “One-SD simply seeks to right a wrong that has been committed against it,” stated Beres.
Earlier this year, One-SD’s attorneys filed the first patent infringement cases in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee since its selection for the Patent Pilot Program in June of 2011. The Patent Pilot Program is a ten-year project designed to enhance expertise in patent cases among U.S. district judges. The Western District of Tennessee was selected for this project because, among other things, the District has adopted local rules for patent cases. These rules are designed to streamline patent litigation cases, which are notoriously complex and expensive. Praising the Court’s implementation of the Program, Beres stated, “While I am hopeful that the parties may reach a business resolution, if we are forced to take this matter to trial, I am confident that One-SD will obtain the patent protection it seeks in an expeditious manner.”
About Stites & Harbison
Stites & Harbison, PLLC, is a leading, full-service business and litigation firm with approximately 240 attorneys in eight offices in five states – Tennessee, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky and Virginia. Tracing its origins to 1832, Stites & Harbison is one of the oldest law practices in the nation and among the largest law firms in the Southeast. For more information, visit www.stites.com.
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