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respondeat superior |
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respondeat superior [respon′dē·at] Etymology: L, let the master answer the concept that an employer may be held liable for torts committed by employees acting within the scope of their employment. respondeat superior, n a legal doctrine that passes the legal responsibility for acts or omissions of an employee to the employer. respondeat superior Latin–let the master answer for the servant Medical malpractice A legal doctrine that holds an employer liable for an employee's wrongful or negligent act. See 'Captain of the ship.', 'Deepest
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