Larson v. Bear

The respondents were owners of residence property in Spokane. Appellant Clyde E. Bear was engaged in the real-estate business. Eugene H. O’Brien was in his employ as a salesman. On September 10, 1948, respondents gave to appellants an exclusive listing of their property, with authority to secure a purchaser. The listing extended to September 13th. On September 28th, another listing was given extending to October 28th. On November 1st, the listing was extended to January 1, 1949. All of the transactions were conducted between respondents and the salesman. Between September 13th and 28th,…