An Employer Is Not Vicariously Liable for Acts Committed by an Employee

question 36

True/False

An employer is not vicariously liable for acts committed by an employee if the employer had expressly forbidden the commission of such acts.

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Definitions:

Sleep-Related Bruxism

The grinding or clenching of teeth during sleep, often resulting in dental damage or discomfort.

Primary Insomnia

A sleep disorder characterized by persistent difficulty falling or staying asleep that is not attributable to medical, psychiatric, or environmental causes.

Circadian Drives

Biological processes that regulate sleep and wakefulness, influenced by the natural light-dark cycle of the external environment.

Melatonin

A hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep-wake cycles, commonly used as a supplement to aid sleep.