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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

A legal doctrine that holds an employer liable for an employee’s wrongful or negligent act

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 pockets', Malpractice.

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Respondeat Superior (redirected from Respondent superior)

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