If a manufacturer, wholesaler, or distributor breaks the rules set out in the related laws, a retailer can take them to court. The retailer can ask for money to cover losses caused by the violation, plus the cost of going to court and lawyer fees. The winning side may get those court costs and lawyer fees paid. This is not the only option a retailer has — other legal options are still available too.
407.755. for and by for violations — not . — If a , or violates any of sections 407.753 and 407.754, a retailer may bring an action against such manufacturer, wholesaler, or distributor in any for damages by the retailer as a consequence of the violation, together with the actual costs of the action, including reasonable . The court may and reasonable to the . The set forth in this section shall not be exclusive and shall be in addition to any other remedies permitted by law.
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Source & history notes
(L. 1991 S.B. 241 § 6)
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