Employer Liability
/ɪmˈplɔɪər laɪəˈbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal responsibility of an employer for the actions or omissions of its employees occurring within the scope of employment.
The company faced employer liability for the injuries caused by its delivery driver during work hours.
- (n.) The obligation of an employer to ensure workplace safety and comply with labor laws to prevent harm to employees.
Employer liability includes maintaining a safe working environment under occupational safety regulations.
Forms
- employer liability
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Commentary
Employer liability often arises under doctrines like respondeat superior and statutory obligations; precise scope depends on jurisdiction and nature of the employee's conduct.
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