Smith and Roberson's Business Law 16th Edition by Richard Mann,Barry Roberts

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Alice was Peter's traveling salesperson and was also authorized to collect accounts. Before the agreed termination of the agency, Peter wrongfully discharged Alice. Alice then called on Tom, an old customer, and collected an account from Tom. She also called on Laura, a new prospect, as Peter's agent, secured a large order, collected the price of the order, sent the order to Peter, and disappeared with the collections. Peter delivered the goods to Laura per the order.
a. What result if Peter sues Tom for his account?
b. What result if Peter sues Laura for the agreed price of the goods?