Ellie Is a Partner in a Law Firm

question 14

Essay

Ellie is a partner in a law firm. She does not have authority to make purchases for the firm. She, however, goes to ABC Office Supply and purchases a computer on the firm account. She later quits the law firm and takes the computer with her. Assuming that ABC Office Supply knew she was a partner but did not know that she lacked authority to make purchases, what remedies are available to ABC and why?

Learn the situations in which an agent can act on behalf of the principal and their liability in contracts.

Recognize the principle of ratification and its requirements.

Understand the principles of respondeat superior and the liability it imposes on employers.

Understand the impact of societal norms and technological advancements on personal and collective behavior.

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Definitions:

Expert Power

The influence and authority someone has due to their specialized knowledge or expertise.

Coercive Power

A form of power that is based on the ability to deliver punishments or impose sanctions on others.

Referent Power

is the influence one has over others based on their loyalty, respect, or admiration towards the person.

Expert Power

Influence or authority derived from the expertise, skills, or knowledge that a person has in a particular area.