Designed for all those interested in Vicarious Liability. This book includes case examples and an introduction to the general nature and history of Vicarious Liability.

Author J.B. Hodge, M.A., L.L.B. Solicitor

Published 1986

First Edition

Binding Paperback

ISBN 10. 094869100X

ISBN 13. 9780948691003
 

General Nature and History 

Justification for Vicarious Liability

The two theories

Direct or Indirect liability

Liability for the acts of your employees

Who is an employee? 

Labour only and ‘The lump’ 

Mr. Ferguson and Mr. Massey

In what circumstances are you liable for the acts of your servant 

Effect of Prohibition

Frolic of his own

The dishonest servant

Employees on loan

Independent contractors

Dangerous acts on the highway

Public Places

Independent subcontractors

Non Delegable Duties

Acts likely to cause harm

Personal fault of the employer

Strict liability

Fire

Agents

The matrimonial car

Family

Wives

Children

Animals

Situations where the relationship is not clear

Hospitals and Doctors

Clubs and their servants

Police

Prisons and Prisoners

Cab Proprietors and their drivers

Defamation and Publication

Partners

Companies and Directors

Vicarious liability and contributory negligence

The Practical Aspects

Indemnity from the employee