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Old 09-14-2023, 02:56 PM
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Originally Posted by Taltarzac725 View Post
Not sure that follows. Rarely would an employer be responsible for the actions of the employee especially if that employee would be expected to use their own judgment in a situation far from the control of anyone else.
Really? The employees were acting within the scope of their employment and not off on a frolic of their own.

It is my understanding you attended law school...remember Joel v. Morison?

Joel v Morison [1834] EWHC KB J39 (3 July 1834)

and respondeat superior? Respondeat superior Definition & Meaning | Merriam-Webster Legal
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