South Carolina H3179 prohibits unfair methods of competition and deceptive practices by manufacturers, distributors, and dealers.

South Carolina H3179 amends the state code to make unfair methods of competition and deceptive acts or practices unlawful for manufacturers, factory branches, factory representatives, distributors, wholesalers, distributor branches, distributor representatives, and recreational vehicle dealers. The bill allows injured parties to sue for double damages and legal costs, including attorney's fees. It also permits class-action lawsuits when the matter affects many people. If the jury finds malicious intent, it may award up to three times the actual damages.

South Carolina H3179 prohibits unfair methods of competition and deceptive practices by manufacturers, distributors, and dealers.

South Carolina H3179 amends the state code to make unfair methods of competition and deceptive acts or practices unlawful for manufacturers, factory branches, factory representatives, distributors, wholesalers, distributor branches, distributor representatives, and recreational vehicle dealers. The bill allows injured parties to sue for double damages and legal costs, including attorney's fees. It also permits class-action lawsuits when the matter affects many people. If the jury finds malicious intent, it may award up to three times the actual damages.