(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.
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