Claim construction ruling issues in catheter case
B. Braun Melsungen AG, et al. v. Terumo Medical Corporation, et al., C. A. No.09-347-JJF-LPS, June 3, 2010.
Stark, M. J. The Magistrate recommends construction of seven disputed terms following a Markman Hearing.
The case was referred to the Magistrate for certain purposes, including making recommendations as to the proper construction of disputed claim terms. The parties have addressed eight claim terms, seven of which are disputed. The patent-in-suit relates generally to intravenous (IV) catheters, and, in particular, to a safety IV catheter in which the needle tip is automatically covered after needle withdrawal to prevent the healthcare worker from making accidental contact with the needle tip.
