Where the court determines that an action brought by a sales representative against a principal under this chapter is frivolous, the sales representative is liable to the principal for attorney's fees actually and reasonably incurred by the principal in defending the action and court costs.
HISTORY: 1988 Act No. 489, eff May 2, 1988.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Chapter 65 - Payment Of Post-termination Claims To Sales Representatives
Section 39-65-10. Definitions.
Section 39-65-20. Principal to pay commissions.
Section 39-65-30. Principal's civil liability.
Section 39-65-40. Frivolous action; sales representative's liability.
Section 39-65-50. Nonresident principals subject to personal jurisdiction.
Section 39-65-60. Effect of chapter on other rights and remedies.
Section 39-65-70. Effect of waiver of chapter provisions in contract.