What Is Vicarious Liability

question 16

Multiple Choice

What is vicarious liability?

• A) nonliability
• B) liability for multiple torts
• C) liability without knowledge
• D) liability without fault

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Definitions:

Defaults

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Biological Determinism

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Rational Evil

The concept that evil actions can stem from logical, calculated decisions made by individuals or groups, often for personal gain or ideological reasons.

Classical Criminology

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