Direct Liability Occurs When

question 26

Multiple Choice

Direct liability occurs when:

• A) the agent is not acting at the direction of the principal.
• B) the principal is negligent in the hiring and/or the supervision of the agent.
• C) the agent's criminal behavior occurs outside the scope of employment.
• D) the principal has liability insurance and the agent commits a tort.

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