Vicarious Liability
Vicarious Liability - Laws that enable victims to hold one party responsible for the actions of another, based on their relationship to each other. For example, a parent can be held vicariously liable for the harmful actions of their children and an employer can be held vicariously liable for the actions of their employees.
This Common Law Has Existed for More Than 200 Years
- It ensures that injured parties can be compensated for harm suffered
- It protects victims who are harmed by employees that are unable to pay for the damages they cause during the course of their employment
- It forces employers to be accountable for the actions of their employees
- It is a means of holding businesses accountable for the risks they create
- It encourages careful monitoring of business products and practices