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What duties does a principal have to their agent?

Bar Exam Prep Agency Duties Between Agent and Principal What duties does a principal have to their agent?
❤️ Agency • Duties Between Agent and Principal AG#018

Legal Definition

A principal owes their agent (1) reasonable compensation, and (2) reimbursement of expenses reasonably incurred carrying out authorized duties.

Plain English Explanation

An employer has an obligation to pay their employees and reimburse them for any expenses they had to pay for the purpose of doing their job (e.g., parking fees, or even some liabilities).
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