Friedman v. New York Telephone Co.

Plaintiffs, as purchasers of real estate in Poughkeepsie, N. Y., brought action against the defendant, the vendor, to recover damages for fraudulent representations made to them by the vendor’s broker at the time of the purchase, concerning the condition of the heating and plumbing system of the building. No doubt arises as to the nature of the broker’s employment. He was, in writing, “ authorized to enter into negotiations with prospective purchasers for the sale of our property located at #9 Cannon St. in the City of Poughkeepsie, N. Y.” The broker had no authority to sell and convey the…