§ 15-1013
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§15–1013.
(a)A manufacturer, distributor, or factory branch, whether directly or through an agent, an employee, an affiliate, or a representative, may not coerce or attempt to coerce a dealer to:
(1)Purchase a product the dealer did not order;
(2)Enter into an agreement with the manufacturer or distributor;
(3)Take action that is unfair or unreasonable to the dealer; or
(4)Forgo exercising a right authorized by a dealer agreement or any law governing the business relationship.
(b)A dealer bears the burden of proof regarding the prohibited acts described in this section.