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NeCede's

Maxim 4.3.4

The master must answer for the acts of his servant.

Dominus respondeat de factis servi sui.

Source: Lofft, 229; 4 Inst. 114; 2 Bouv. Inst. n. 1337; Weisman, 96e Difficulty 1/5 — Foundational

Explanation

The master cannot direct the work and disclaim the consequences — the liability follows the authority.

Where this applies

  • A boss is held responsible for an employee's on-the-job negligence.
  • A company is sued because its worker caused harm while working.

Legal domains

commercialtort

See also

Cite this maxim

NeCede Max. 4.3.4 — The master must answer for the acts of his servant. — Lofft, 229; 4 Inst. 114; 2 Bouv. Inst. n. 1337; Weisman, 96e (Dominus respondeat de factis servi sui.)

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