Agency
Under Louisiana agency law, if a listing agent intentionally or negligently misrepresents a property's condition to a buyer, both the listing agent AND the broker may be liable because:
ABrokers are always more culpable than their agents
BThe broker is legally responsible for the acts of their licensed agents performed within the scope of the agency✓ Correct
CThe broker signed all listing agreements personally
DOnly the broker — not the individual agent — can be held liable
Explanation
Under the doctrine of respondeat superior, brokers are vicariously liable for the acts of their agents performed within the scope of the agency relationship. Both the agent and the broker (and the brokerage) may be liable for misrepresentation.
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