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What is vicarious liability in Kenyan law and when does it apply?
What is vicarious liability in Kenyan law and when does it apply?
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Maurice
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Vicarious liability in Kenyan law is a legal principle that holds one person responsible for the wrongful actions of another person. It is a form of indirect liability where the employer or principal is held accountable for the actions of their employees or agents. It occurs when the agent commits a wrongful act while acting within the scope of their employment or agency relationship.
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Winfred
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Vicarious liability is basically a civil law of torts principle whereby a principle becomes automatically liable for the wrongs committed by his officers, employees and agents acting within the scope of their authority or employment. It applies to those who are in control of people who cause harm to victims. For example, a company(called the principal) is in control of it's employee (called the agent). If the employee injures someone while on the job, vicarious liability rules could apply to hold the company accountable. Therefore, the employer is rendered strictly liable for the torts of his employee's, provided that they are committed in the course of the tortfeasor's employment.
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