Evaluation (OCR A-Level Law): Quizzes
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What is vicarious liability in tort law?
What is vicarious liability in tort law?
Employer liable for employee torts at work
Which principle does vicarious liability appear to contradict?
Which principle does vicarious liability appear to contradict?
The fault principle
What financial argument supports vicarious liability?
What financial argument supports vicarious liability?
Employers have greater financial resources
In Rose v Plenty (1976), what was the outcome despite employer prohibition?
In Rose v Plenty (1976), what was the outcome despite employer prohibition?
Employer was vicariously liable
What must courts examine to determine vicarious liability?
What must courts examine to determine vicarious liability?
If actions fell within course of employment
What timing criticism is made about vicarious liability?
What timing criticism is made about vicarious liability?
Tortious act occurs before employer aware
What does enterprise liability theory suggest?
What does enterprise liability theory suggest?
Those who profit should bear costs
Why is employer's liability insurance important for vicarious liability?
Why is employer's liability insurance important for vicarious liability?
Ensures victims receive actual compensation
How does vicarious liability promote high employment standards?
How does vicarious liability promote high employment standards?
Creates incentive to maintain safety standards
What broader benefit does vicarious liability provide to society?
What broader benefit does vicarious liability provide to society?
Reduces burden on NHS and welfare system