Liability
for Agent’s Crimes
General Rule
Agent is liable,
Principal is not, unless:
§ Principal
authorized or participated in crime.
§ Some
jurisdictions hold Principal liable for violating statutes.
Liability
for Subagent’s Acts
If Agent is authorized to hire
subagents, Principal is liable for the acts of the subagent.
If Principal undisclosed, Agent
is responsible for wages and Principal liable for torts.
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