Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Liability in Tort

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding the liability in tort of employers for the actions of employees and independent contractors?

• A) Employers are generally liable in tort for the actions of their employees, while they are generally not liable for the actions of independent contractors.
• B) Employers are generally liable in tort for the actions of independent contractors, while they are generally not liable for the actions of employees.
• C) Employers are not generally liable in tort for the actions of independent contractors or the actions of employees.
• D) Employers are generally liable in tort for the actions of independent contractors and for the actions of employees.
• E) Employers are generally liable in tort for the actions of independent contractors and for the actions of employees, but only if the employer has agreed to be liable in a written contract with the employee or independent contractor.

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Definitions:

Statute of Frauds

A legal principle that requires certain types of contracts to be in writing and signed by the relevant parties to be enforceable.

20th Century

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Enacted

A term referring to laws that have been officially made by a legislative body and have become effective.

Statute of Frauds

A legal principle that requires certain types of contracts to be executed in writing and signed by the party to be charged, in order to be enforceable.