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Eric is employed by Grassly's Food Service as a full-time delivery person. Eric gets into an accident in a Grassly's Food Service van as he is delivering food to one of Grassly's customers. Is Grassly's liable for Eric's accident?

A) Yes, employers are generally liable in tort for the actions of their employees.
B) Yes, employers are generally liable in tort for the actions of independent contractors.
C) No, employers are not generally liable in tort for the actions of employees.
D) No, employers always have employees sign waivers agreeing not to be bound if an accident occurs.
E) Yes, employers are always liable if employees have a written agreement for employment.

Liable in Tort

Being legally responsible for wrongdoing or harm to another as determined by tort law.

Delivery Person

An individual responsible for transporting and delivering goods to customers or businesses.

  • Explore the role of agency doctrines in identifying liability and duties within the relationships between employers, employees, or contractors.
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