Section 15-1013 - Prohibited acts(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.Added by 2024 Md. Laws, Ch. 526,Sec. 1, eff. 10/1/2024.Added by 2024 Md. Laws, Ch. 525,Sec. 1, eff. 10/1/2024.