A Principal Held Responsible for the Torts of an Agent

question 96

True/False

A principal held responsible for the torts of an agent is said to have vicarious liability.

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Definitions:

Agency Shop

A workplace where employees are not required to join the union, but must still pay union dues as the union negotiates on behalf of all employees.

Employment

The state of having paid work, or the relationship between an employer and an employee where work is performed for wages.

Wage Rates

The monetary compensation paid to workers per unit of time or output, often standardized by industry, skill level, or geographical location.

Work Stoppages

A situation where employees cease work, often due to disputes over wages or conditions, effectively halting production or services.