Vicarious Liability Flashcards
1
Q
Intentional Torts
A
It is usually held that intentional tortious conduct by employees is not within the scope of employment. Exceptions:
* The employee is furthering the business of the employer, for example, removing customers from the premises because they
are rowdy
* Force is authorized in the employment, for example, a bouncer
* Friction is generated by the employment
2
Q
Automobile Owner for Driver
A
The general rule is that an automobile owner is not vicariously liable for the tortious conduct of another person driving their automobile
3
Q
Family Car Doctrine
A
In many states, the owner is liable for tortious conduct of immediate
family or household members who are driving with the owner’s express or implied permission
