Rhode Island Truck Center, LLC v. Daimler Trucks North America, LLC

Summary

The Rhode Island Supreme Court answered a certified question from the First Circuit, holding that the term “relevant market area” in the Dealer Law may extend beyond Rhode Island’s borders. The Court based its decision on the plain and unambiguous language of the statute, which defines the area by a 20‑mile radius or by the parties’ franchise agreement without reference to state lines. It remanded the case for further proceedings.