Craig S. Krummen

Experience: Intellectual Property Litigation Matters: Trial counsel for Kuryakyn Holdings, Inc., a company that distributes and sells after-market products for motorcycles, in a breach of contract case against a former designer of motorcycle lighting products, Just In Time Distribution Company. Just In Time initiated a suit in California alleging RICO violations, fraud, and breach of the parties' licensing agreement, and claiming damages in excess of $3 million. Kuryakyn initiated a separate suit in Wisconsin alleging breach of the parties' licensing agreement and seeking damages of approximately $2 million. The cases were consolidated in federal court in the Western District of Wisconsin, and the case proceeded to a jury trial to decide the liability claims. The jury awarded a complete verdict on all liability claims in favor of Kuryakyn. Trial counsel for Marvin Lumber and Cedar Company in a national case against a wood preservative manufacturer. Following a four-month trial, the jury awarded a $135.8 million verdict in favor of Marvin, which exceeded $150 million when the court added an interest award. The trial verdict was recognized by the National Law Journal in its annual list of Top 100 Verdicts. Trial counsel for Inspired Technologies, Inc., in a complex case involving improper use of confidential information of paint block technology. Following a trial, a jury rendered a $13.15 million in favor of Inspired Technologies, which was subjected to a remittitur order, a new trial, and a settlement. The trial victory was covered in IP Law360. Trial counsel for Rottlund Homes, Inc., in a case against a national builder for copyright infringement of architectural designs and works, and Rottlund Homes sought damages of more than $30 million. After a four-week trial and an appeal, the matter settled pursuant to a confidential settlement agreement. Defense counsel for Marvin Windows, Inc. in a patent infringement case captioned Variant, Inc. v. Sub-Zero, Inc., Marvin Windows, Inc., et al. Achieved complete dismissal of the case with no payment made to the plaintiff. The above representations were handled by Mr. Krummen prior to his joining Greenberg Traurig, LLP.; In-House Experience: Vice President and Deputy Counsel, Marvin Windows, 2005-2006