Viking Automatic Sprinkler Co. v. Viking Fire Protection Co.

Nelson, Justice.

In this action plaintiff, Viking Automatic Sprinkler Company, sought to restrain defendant, Viking Fire Protection Company, from doing business in this state under that name. Intervenor, The Viking Corporation, sought damages from plaintiff for its use of the term “Viking” in its business name and to restrain it from such use in the future. Defendant and intervenor appeal from a judgment of the Ramsey County District Court in plaintiff’s favor.

If all conflicts in the evidence are resolved in favor of the prevailing party below, the facts appear to be as follows: Plaintiff is a…