- 5 Marks
Question
Parties under a contract of agency have certain rights and duties.
Required:
State FIVE duties of an agent under a contract of agency.
Answer
Duties of an Agent under a Contract of Agency
- Duty to Act in Good Faith: An agent must act with honesty and loyalty towards the principal, avoiding any conflicts of interest.
- Duty of Obedience: The agent is obligated to follow the principal’s lawful instructions and carry out tasks as directed.
- Duty of Care and Skill: The agent must exercise reasonable care, competence, and diligence while performing their duties, as expected in their field.
- Duty to Account: The agent must keep accurate records of transactions and account for any money or property handled on behalf of the principal.
- Duty to Avoid Conflicts of Interest: The agent should not engage in activities or relationships that conflict with the interests of the principal unless consent is provided.
- Tags: Agency, Agent Duties, Contractual Obligations, Principal-Agent Relationship
- Level: Level 1
- Topic: Agency Law
- Series: NOV 2020
- Uploader: Dotse