(a)  In General.⁠—After filing a complaint with the Federal Maritime Commission under section 41301 of this title, the complainant may bring a civil action in a district court of the United States to enjoin conduct in violation of this part.

(b)  Venue.⁠—The action must be brought in the judicial district in which⁠—

(1)  the Commission has brought a civil action against the defendant under section 41307(a) of this title; or

(2)  the defendant resides or transacts business, if the Commission has not brought such an action.

(c)  Remedies by Court.⁠—After notice to the defendant, and a showing that the standards for granting injunctive relief by courts of equity are met, the court may grant a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction for a period not to exceed 10 days after the Commission has issued an order disposing of the complaint.

(d)  Attorney Fees.⁠—A defendant prevailing in a civil action under this section shall be allowed reasonable attorney fees to be assessed and collected as part of the costs of the action.