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BL – May 2013 – L1 – SA – Q5 – Law of Tort

This question tests the knowledge of vicarious liability under the law of torts.

The principle of law that states that a master will be liable for any tort committed by his servant in the course of the servant’s employment is known as:

A. Occupiers’ liability
B. Volenti non fit injuria
C. Negligence
D. Strict liability
E. Vicarious liability

E. Vicarious liability
Explanation:
The correct answer is E because vicarious liability is the principle that holds an employer (master) responsible for the tortious acts committed by their employees (servants) during the course of employment. Other principles, such as strict liability or occupiers’ liability, refer to different legal doctrines that do not directly address employer liability for employee actions.

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