Agency
In Colorado, a broker who 'abandons' their client during a transaction by suddenly becoming unavailable or failing to communicate may be found to have:
AA. Properly terminated the agency relationship
BB. Breached their duty to the client, potentially resulting in license discipline and civil liability✓ Correct
CC. Protected themselves from liability by not participating in a problematic deal
DD. Engaged in legally acceptable behavior if the client had another broker
Explanation
A Colorado broker who accepts a client and then abandons them during a transaction without proper written notice of termination has breached their duty of care. This can result in disciplinary action by the Real Estate Commission, civil liability for damages caused by the abandonment, and claims for breach of fiduciary duty.
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