Where should disputes over commissions between a broker and a sales agent be resolved?

Disputes over commissions between a broker and a sales agent typically fall under the jurisdiction of contract law, which is primarily handled by the courts. When parties cannot resolve their differences through negotiation or mediation, litigation allows for formal legal resolution. The courts provide a structured environment for evaluating contracts, rights, and obligations, and they can enforce legal remedies based on the facts of the case.

While the Utah Department of Commerce and the Utah Real Estate Division play important roles in regulating real estate practices and ensuring compliance with state laws, their focus is more on licensing and regulatory matters rather than resolving contractual disputes between private parties. The Attorney General's office generally handles matters concerning the state and does not intervene in private contractual disputes like commission disagreements unless there’s a broader public interest issue at stake.

Ultimately, the courts are the appropriate venue for such disputes as they directly address individual rights and obligations set forth in the contracts between brokers and sales agents.