Ramon Cut the Grass That Surrounded a Condominium Complex Owned

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Essay

Ramon cut the grass that surrounded a condominium complex owned by Acme Inc.He carelessly failed to check the ground for dangerous objects before doing so.As a result, he ran the lawnmower over a pile of rocks.One of the rocks shot out from the lawnmower and hit Irene in the eye.Irene is sure that Ramon committed the tort of negligence, but she also realizes that he has very little money.She therefore wants to claim damages from Acme Corp on the basis of the doctrine of vicarious liability.Is she entitled to do so? Do you require any additional information before answering that question? Explain your answers.

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