Konami (America), Inc. v. Hartford Insurance

The instant controversy arose after the plaintiff, Konami (America), Inc., was sued by a business competitor for patent infringement. The plaintiff tendered defense of the case to its insurer, defendant Hartford Insurance Company of Illinois, under a provision of the insurance policy pertaining to “advertising injuries.” Hartford denied coverage, and Konami brought a breach of contract action against Hartford. Both Hartford and Konami subsequently filed cross-motions for summary judgment. The circuit court of Du Page County granted Konami’s motion and denied Hartford’s, finding that Hartford…