The duty of obedience owed by an agent to a principal is not breached and will not result in liability to the principal if the agent refused to do an illegal or unethical act for the principal.

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An agent is not obligated to obey an instruction from the principal if it involves illegal or unethical conduct. If an agent refuses to do such an act, they will not be held liable for breach of duty.

The Duty of Obedience Owed by an Agent to a Principal