Breach of an exclusivity obligation in a M&A advisory contract: no liability?

Consequences of a client breaching the exclusivity obligation in a Merger and Acquisition advisory contract that provides for a success fee for the broker.

Liable for remaining silent: Broker found liable for failing to disclose relevant information which had an impact on the sale of his client’s apartment

A broker was held liable for breach of contractual obligations to his client by failing to disclose relevant information regarding the potential sale of his client’s apartment at a higher price.