A Principal May Be Held Liable for the Torts of an Independent

question 6

Multiple Choice

A principal may be held liable for the torts of an independent contractor:

• A) whenever the contractor is performing work or rendering services for the principal.
• B) if the principal fails to supervise the contractor.
• C) if the contractor negligently performs an inherently dangerous activity.
• D) All of these.

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