It Is Possible for a Principal to Be Bound by the Acts

question 41

True/False

It is possible for a principal to be bound by the acts of an independent agent even where no contract of agency exists between them.

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Definitions:

Due Process Clause

A constitutional clause that ensures citizens' rights to fair treatment within the standard legal system.

Fourteenth Amendment

An amendment to the United States Constitution that grants citizenship to all persons born or naturalized in the United States and prohibits states from denying any person the equal protection of the laws.

Fifth Amendment

A provision of the U.S. Constitution that provides for several rights of individuals against government actions, including self-incrimination and double jeopardy.

Federal Government

The national government of a federated state, which is responsible for the areas of governance assigned to it by the constitution.