by Jason M. Gordon | Feb 23, 2025 | Agency Law
Duties of a Principal to an Agent? The terms of an agency may be laid out in the agency agreement. Generally, a principal owes the following duties to the agent: Duty to Compensate, Duty to Reimburse, and Duty to Indemnify the Agent. What is the Duty to Compensate an...
by Jason M. Gordon | Feb 23, 2025 | Agency Law
What are the Types of Agent in Georgia? The principal will lay out the scope of the agency, including the responsibilities and limitations of the agent. Agents generally fall into two categories: General Agent and Limited Agent. What is a Limited Agent in Georgia? A...
by Jason M. Gordon | Feb 23, 2025 | Agency Law
When is an Agent Liable for Actions Taken for the Principal in Georgia? Someone who commits a tort, even if on behalf of a principal, is liable for the tort. The rule is different for contracts. An agent acting within the scope of her authority to contract is not...
by Jason M. Gordon | Feb 23, 2025 | Agency Law
When are principals liable for the torts committed by agents in Georgia? An individual is always liable for her own conduct. Whenever an individual is held liable for the actions of another, this is known as vicarious liability. In the context of agency, the agent is...
by Jason M. Gordon | Feb 23, 2025 | Agency Law
When and how does the agency relationship terminate in Georgia? The establishment, duration, and termination of the agency relationship are generally governed by the agreement between the principal and agent. In the absence of an express agreement, several default...
by Jason M. Gordon | Feb 23, 2025 | Agency Law
What is a frolic and detour in Georgia? A frolic and detour is a general defense to vicarious tort liability. It states that the principal should not be liable for the tortious acts of the agent when the agent is acting outside the scope of her employment and for the...
