Which of the Following Statements Is Correct with Respect to the Employer's

question 127

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct with respect to the employer's liability for the conduct of the employee?

• A) The employer is always liable for the wrongful conduct of his employee.
• B) An employer is only liable for the wrongful conduct of his employee that takes place during the course of the employment.
• C) If a person is injured by an employee acting in the course of the job, that person must sue the employer, not the employee.
• D) Any employee can bind an employer in contract.
• E) All employees are agents of the employer.

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