Sec. 9.
For each termination, cancellation, nonrenewal, or discontinuance, the manufacturer or distributor shall have the burden of proof for showing that it has acted in good faith, that the notice requirement has been complied with, and that there was good cause for the termination, cancellation, nonrenewal, or discontinuance.
History: 1981, Act 118, Imd. Eff. July 19, 1981
Structure Michigan Compiled Laws
Chapter 445 - Trade and Commerce
Act 118 of 1981 - Motor Vehicle Franchise Act (445.1561 - 445.1583)
Section 445.1561 - Short Title; Meanings of Words and Phrases.
Section 445.1562 - Definitions; C, D.
Section 445.1563 - Definitions; D to F.
Section 445.1564 - Definitions; G to M.
Section 445.1565 - Definitions; N to P.
Section 445.1566 - Definitions; R to U.
Section 445.1569 - Burden of Proof.
Section 445.1571 - Compensation of Dealer Generally.
Section 445.1572 - Payment of Compensation; Time; Determination of Amount; Interest; Definitions.
Section 445.1573 - Requiring Dealer to Perform Certain Duties Prohibited; Definitions.
Section 445.1574 - Prohibited Conduct by Manufacturer.
Section 445.1574b - Right of First Refusal; Conditions; Liability; Definitions.
Section 445.1577a - Reasonable Compensation for Parts Reimbursement and Labor Rates; Factors.
Section 445.1580 - Action for Damages or Declaratory Judgment; Liability.
Section 445.1581 - Injunctive Relief.
Section 445.1582 - Act Inapplicable to Dealer Outside Michigan.
Section 445.1582a - Existing Agreements and Agreements Entered Into or Renewed After Effective Date.