A manufacturer, distributor, or wholesaler, as the case may be, will fully indemnify and hold harmless its dealer against any losses including, but not limited to: court costs and reasonable attorney’s fees or damages arising out of complaints, claims, or lawsuits including, but not limited to, strict liability, negligence, misrepresentation, express or implied warranty, or rescission of the sale where the complaint, claim, or lawsuit relates to the manufacture, assembly, or design of new items covered by this article, parts or accessories, or other functions by the manufacturer, distributor, or wholesaler which are beyond the control of the dealer.
History. Code 1981, § 13-8-24 , enacted by Ga. L. 1993, p. 1585, § 4; Ga. L. 2002, p. 1101, § 1.
Structure Georgia Code
Chapter 8 - Illegal and Void Contracts Generally
Article 2 - Regulation of Agricultural Equipment Manufacturers, Distributors, and Dealers
§ 13-8-11. Legislative Findings
§ 13-8-13. Persons Subject to Provisions of Article
§ 13-8-14. Unfair Competition; Unfair or Deceptive Acts
§ 13-8-15. Unfair Methods of Competition and Unfair or Deceptive Acts or Practices
§ 13-8-15.1. Notice to Competitors Within Market Area
§ 13-8-15.2. Use of Dealership by Manufacturers, Distributors, and Wholesalers
§ 13-8-17.1. Time for Audits of Dealerships
§ 13-8-18. Agreements to Which Article Applies
§ 13-8-20. Damages Recoverable for Injuries Sustained by Violations; Class Actions; Punitive Damages
§ 13-8-21. Contracts and Agreements in Violation of Article Deemed Void