Master the law of agency and bailments with clear, practical guidance.
This edition, Cyclopedia of Law, Agency and Bailments, Vol. 5, presents the core concepts of delegated authority and the rights, duties, and liabilities of bailees in a straightforward, digestible format. It covers how agencies arise, how authority is granted and terminated, and how principals, agents, and third parties interact in real-world cases.
- Learn how an agency is formed, who can be an agent, and how authority is proven and interpreted.
- Understand the duties and liabilities of agents and principals, including how compensation, liens, and revocation work.
- Explore special classes of agents such as attorneys, brokers, auctioneers, factors, and more, with practical guidance.
- Get a solid framework for the law of bailments, including delivery, possession, and responsibilities of bailees and bailors.
Ideal for readers seeking a concise, reference-ready study of agency, authority, and bailment principles, with concrete rules to apply in practice.