Tag: vicarious liability

58. A, managing clerk of a solicitor’s firm, had authority to transact conveyancing business on behalf of the firm. X, a client of the firm gave documents for preparing a sale deed. ‘A’ dealt with that property for his own benefit. The client ‘X’ sued the solicitor’s firm. Decide.

1. Facts of the Case 2. Issues in the Case 3. Legal Principles Covered to Support Case Proceedings and Judgement Relevant Provisions – Indian Contract […]

39. A partner filed a criminal case against a person accusing him of theft of the firm’s assets. However, the court found the accused innocent. Then the accused filed Suit against the firm for damages and malicious prosecution. Is the firm liable? Discuss.

1. Facts of the Case ‘A’, one of the partners of a partnership firm, filed a criminal complaint against a person, alleging theft of the […]