Gina hired Frank, an attorney, to handle her divorce. If, during face-to-face negotiations, Frank strikes the opposing attorney, Gina will be liable because Frank was her agent employee.

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Savanna Hubbard

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31 December, 09:04

Gina hired Frank, an attorney, to handle her divorce. If, during face-to-face negotiations, Frank strikes the opposing attorney, Gina will be liable because Frank was her agent employee.

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Patrick Wong · Answer 1

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Explanation:

An employer could be responsible for an injury caused by his/her employee only if the employee is acting within the scope of employment. Striking the opposing attorney cannot be considered acting under the scope of being an attorney representing a client, unless you are a mobster.

For example, if you are driving your company's car while shopping for Christmas and you hit a pedestrian, your company is not liable for the accident since you were not involved in any activity related to your normal work.