Jury Orders Harley-Davidson to Pay $290 Million in Landmark NY Supreme Court Case
Rochester, N.Y. — In a landmark decision, a New York Supreme Court jury has ordered motorcycle giant Harley-Davidson to pay $290 million in damages. The judgement concludes a heated legal battle centered around allegations of patent infringement, which has caught the eye of industry insiders and legal experts nationwide. The lawsuit, initiated by a smaller motorcycle technology company, accused Milwaukee-based Harley-Davidson of unlawfully using its patented engine technology. The contested technology, which was crucial in enhancing engine efficiency and performance, was allegedly incorporated into some of Harley-Davidson’s top-selling models without permission. During the trial, the … Read more