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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