Nondelegable Duty
/ˌnɑnˈdɛlɪɡəbəl ˈdjuːti/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal obligation that cannot be transferred to another party and must be performed by the obligated party itself.
Employers have a nondelegable duty to maintain safe working conditions for their employees.
- (n.) A duty imposed by law on a party which remains personally liable regardless of delegation attempts.
The property owner has a nondelegable duty to ensure the premises are free from hazardous conditions.
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Commentary
Nondelegable duties emphasize responsibility that legal policy mandates remain with a particular party, often to protect third parties, despite any contractual delegation.
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