Question

Given below is a Statement of legal principle followed by a factual situation. Apply the principle to the facts given below and select the most appropriate answer.

Legal Principle: The master/principal is liable for all acts done by his duly appointed servant/agent for all acts done by him lawfully in the course of his employment. 

Factual Situation: A had an agency that used to lend carpenters to people on need basis. A deputed B to do some repair work in C's shed. While so doing, B lit up a  cigarette and threw it as soon as he saw someone coming there. The cigarette remaining lit caused a fire and she was reduced to ashes. C sued A and B. Decide. DECISION: 

Options

• A is liable as B was his servant.

• A is liable as he should have chosen responsible people.

• A is not liable as B's act was not an authorized act.

• A is not liable but B is liable.

Answer 1

A is liable as B was his servant.

Explanation:

A is also liable because B is a servant of A and if any act is done during the course of employment of  A then A will be vicariously liable for the act of B.