Principle

CIVIL PROCEDURE — Agency — Principal and Agent — Action Instituted in Name of Principal — Competence

Area of law
CIVIL PROCEDURE
Court
Supreme Court

An action instituted by an agent in the principal's name under a valid power of attorney is competent. The agent has authority to take all necessary steps to protect the principal's interest. The power of attorney need not expressly mention legal proceedings. The principle applies…

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