Vicarious Liability Flashcards
What is Vicarious liability?
a Legal principle where an employer is held liable for the wrongful actions of the employee, committed in the course of their employment
The employer must have..
a certain degree of control over the employee’s work
When must the act be committed?
Within the scope of their employment
What does the scope of employment include?
Authorised acts: Tasks the employee is specifically assigned to do.
Closely related acts: Actions related to their duties, even if done improperly.
Employers may be liable if these acts are connected to the employee’s role.
When is vicarious liability imposed on employers?
Vicarious liability is imposed even if the employer is not personally at fault. Employers should bear the risks associated with their business, including the risk of employees’ wrongful acts.
