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s State Dealer Protection Laws this issue on pages 20-27.) The analysis also indicates whether states allow manufacturers to terminate distributors immediately without advance notice or requires manufacturers to give distributors time to correct the problem that led to termination. Finally, the chart points out whether a statute establishes procedures to govern requests by distributors to transfer their dealerships to family, employees, or third parties, or has special provisions regarding return of surplus parts or dealer warranty work. Dealer member companies that choose to utilize the publication as a reference should note that while the authors have made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in the publication, the chart and the reprinted statutes are provided merely to give distributors and manufacturers a basic sense of their general legal rights and responsibilities. It is distributed with the understanding that AED is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting, or other professional services. If you require legal advice, consult a competent professional. The publication is made available as a PDF only and is provided complimentary to AED member dealers – watch for an e-mail with download instructions. Member manufacturers and service suppliers may purchase the publication for $795; nonmembers can order it for $1,095. Visit aednet.org/products. n XL 110 Low-Profile HDG XL 110 Hydraulic Folding Gooseneck XL 110 Low-Profile HDG Check out XL Specialized Trailers' 110 LowProfile HDG and the full line of market leading construction heavy haul trailers - designed for you and built to last. Christian A. Klein is vice president of Government Affairs and Washington counsel for AED, and a managing member of the law firm of Obadal, Filler, MacLeod & Klein, P.L.C. in Alexandria, Va. Crystal Maguire is director of Government Affairs and associate counsel for AED, and managing associate of the law firm of Obadal, Filler, MacLeod & Klein, P.L.C. D E S I G N E D F O R YO U. B U I LT TO L A S T. 877.283.4852 toll free | 563.927.4900 phone WWW.XLSPECIALIZEDTRAILER.COM/AED October 2013 | Construction Equipment Distribution | www.cedmag.com | 19 18_Law_Story_Feature_KP.indd 19 9/27/13 5:18 AM