Liability & Negligence

Respondeat Superior

Latin for "let the master answer." A doctrine holding employers liable for employees' negligent acts within the scope of employment.

In Personal Injury Cases

If a delivery driver causes an accident while making deliveries, the employer is typically liable under respondeat superior.

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Legal responsibility imposed on one party for the actions of another, such as an employer for employee conduct.

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