Arthur is authorized to collect accounts for Peter. Peter dies, and there is no notice given to Theresa, who pays Arthur, as she has done in the past. Under the rules of the Third Restatement and the Uniform Durable Power of Attorney Act, if Arthur absconds with the money, Theresa will not have to pay again.

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Since Theresa had no notice of Peter's death and acted in good faith based on Arthur's apparent authority, her payment is considered valid under the rules of the Third Restatement and the Uniform Durable Power of Attorney Act, protecting her from having to pay again.

Arthur Is Authorized to Collect Accounts for Peter