Arthur is authorized under a written power of attorney to collect accounts for Peter.Peter dies, and there is no notice given to Tessa, who pays Arthur, as she has done in the past.If Arthur absconds with the money, Tessa will not have to pay again in a state which has adopted the Uniform Durable Power of Attorney Act.

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According to the Uniform Durable Power of Attorney Act, the agent (Arthur) is not personally liable for payments made on behalf of the principal (Peter) unless the agent has breached their fiduciary duties. Therefore, if Arthur absconds with the money and Tessa has already paid him based on the authority granted in the power of attorney, she will not be required to pay again.

Arthur Is Authorized Under a Written Power of Attorney to Collect