Asked by Serena Takhar on Jun 27, 2024
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Incorporated professionals can escape liability for their associate's torts unless:
A) the professional actually supervised the wrongdoing associate or participated in the tort.
B) the professional was actually aware of the associate's tort and did nothing about it.
C) the professional should have been aware of the associate's tort.
D) the tort also constitutes a criminal act.
Incorporated Professionals
Incorporated Professionals are individuals who have formed a corporation for the purpose of practicing their profession, granting them certain legal and financial benefits.
Liability
Legal responsibility for one's actions or omissions, potentially leading to civil duty or financial compensation.
Tort
A civil wrong, other than breach of contract, that causes harm or loss, resulting in legal liability for the person who commits the tortious act.
- Elucidate the conditions under which professionals can be held liable for their associates' torts.
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Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the conditions under which professionals can be held liable for their associates' torts.
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