A legal doctrine, most commonly used in tort, that holds an employer or principal legally responsible for the wrongful acts of an employee or agent, if such acts occur within the scope of the employment or agency.
Respondeat Superior is a legal doctrine, most commonly used in tort law, that holds an employer or principal legally responsible for the wrongful acts of an employee or agent if such acts occur within the scope of the employment or agency. This doctrine is rooted in the principle that employers and principals should bear responsibility for the actions of those they control. The following examples and case studies illustrate the concept and implications of Respondeat Superior in various legal contexts:
These cases further demonstrate the application and implications of Respondeat Superior in legal proceedings:
For more detailed information, see our related Torts terms: