In so far as matters not expressly foreseen and provided for by the principal are concerned, the agent shall consult him, provided this is permitted by the nature of the business.\nBut should the agent be authorized to proceed according to his judgment, or the consultation be not possible, he shall proceed with prudence and in accordance with commercial customs, acting in the business as if it were his own. Should an unforeseen accident make the execution of the instructions received hazardous or prejudicial, in the judgment of the agent, he may suspend the fulfillment of the commission, communicating the reasons for his action to the principal by the speediest means of communication.\nHistory —Commerce Code, 1932, § 173.
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