Notwithstanding the terms of any franchise agreement, each manufacturer or distributor shall indemnify and hold harmless its franchised dealers against any judgment for damages, including, but not limited to, court costs and reasonable attorneys’ fees of the dealer, arising out of complaints, claims or lawsuits including, but not limited to, strict liability, negligence, misrepresentation, express or implied warranty or rescission of sale to the extent that the judgment relates to alleged defective or negligent manufacture, assembly or design of motor vehicles, parts or accessories or other functions by the manufacturer or distributor, which are beyond the control of the dealer.

Terms Used In Connecticut General Statutes 42-133u

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Rescission: The cancellation of budget authority previously provided by Congress. The Impoundment Control Act of 1974 specifies that the President may propose to Congress that funds be rescinded. If both Houses have not approved a rescission proposal (by passing legislation) within 45 days of continuous session, any funds being withheld must be made available for obligation.
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