Adrain v. Genetec Inc et al, No. 2:08-cv-00423 (E.D. Tex. Sept. 30, 2009)

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I. Introduction This case involves alleged infringement of U.S. Patent No. 5,831,669 (“the ‘669 patent”), issued to the plaintiff John B. Adrain. Curre ntly pending is Mr. Adrain’s motion to dismiss (Dkt. No. 41) the inequitable conduct defense a nd the tortious interference counterclaim brought by the defendant PlateScan, Inc. (“PlateScan”). For the reasons discussed below, the motion is GRANTED. PlateScan is also granted leave to cure the deficiencies identified herein. II. Factual and Procedural Background On October 31, 2008, Mr.