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Principle: A master is liable for the wrongs committed by his servant during the course of employment but not for the acts of an independent contractor. Facts: Dr. Washington is a cardiologist in Nirog Hospital. He is also attached to few other Hospitals as the service rules of Nirog Hospital do not prohibit it. Due to the negligence of Dr. Washington, the patient of the Hospital dies and his children decide to file a suit against Nirog hospital. A.Both Dr. Washington and Nirog Hospital are liable. B.Dr. Washington is liable but not Nirog Hospital since Dr. Washington was an independent contractor and not servant. C.Nirog Hospital is liable and not Dr. Washington.. D.This is a criminal case and hence no action lies in a civil court.
Posted on: Wed, 12 Mar 2014 04:53:44 +0000

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