Upon the termination of an agency, the agent's actual authority ceases. However, apparent authority may continue until actual notice of the termination is given to third parties.

Agency Termination

The act of ending the relationship between an agent and their principal, which can occur through mutual agreement, fulfillment of the agency's purpose, or other legal means.

Apparent Authority

The appearance or assumption of authority based on the actions or statements of the principal, which leads a third party to believe that an agent has authority to act.

Actual Notice

Knowledge actually possessed by a person, as opposed to knowledge assumed or implied by law.