Tag: vicarious liability
Ga. Court of Appeals Dismisses Accident Lawsuit Against Baldwin County
When an employee of a private business causes an auto accident, the victim can seek to hold the employer accountable …
Read MoreGeorgia Auto Repair Shop Not Responsible for Accident Caused by Employee During His Lunch Break
It is a longstanding rule in Georgia that employers are “vicariously liable” for torts committed by their employees. In other …
Read MoreGeorgia Bus Operator May Face Punitive Damages Over Accident
Many auto accidents are caused by drivers operating vehicles on behalf of their employers. When this happens, the employer is …
Read MoreU.S. Postal Service Sued Over Harris County Accident
Following most car accidents, the victim has the right to file a personal injury lawsuit against the negligent driver in …
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