Question

In Tort, what is 'vicarious liability'?

• A. A person is generally liable for his own wrongful act
• B. A person is liable for the wrongful act done by another person
• C. A person is liable for the wrongful act in his absence
• D. None of the above

Hint:

Vicarious liability is when a person is held responsible for the wrongful acts committed by another person in the course of their employment.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding Vicarious Liability.
Vicarious liability refers to the legal responsibility of a person (typically an employer) for the actions or omissions of another person (typically an employee), when those actions are carried out in the course of employment.

Step 2: Explanation of Other Options.
- (a) This refers to personal liability, not vicarious liability. - (c) Liability in absence is not the definition of vicarious liability.

Step 3: Conclusion.
Vicarious liability holds one person liable for another's wrongful act within certain relationships, such as between employer and employee.