Well, I would imagine that the manufacturer has "territories/regions" that they have written agreements with its "buyers". Since you mention that you did not purchase directly from the manufacturer...but from "someone else", I would think that along that chain of transfers, someone may be in violation of their agreement with the manufacturer...but without seeing the written agreements, it will be difficult to let you know of your specific rights and/or liabilities in this situation.Shawn Jackson California Business Development Attorney