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Vicarious Liability – Can Employers Be Held Responsible for the Actions of their Employees?
LouisLiawMay 20, 2025May 20, 2025

Vicarious Liability – Can Employers Be Held Responsible for the Actions of their Employees?

Introduction Vicarious Liability is a tort law concept which, in the context of employment and the workplaces, means that employers, despite being personally blameless, are being held responsible for the wrongdoings of their employees.[1] Generally, employers assume the risk in

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Fixed-Term Contracts Explained: Things to Know for Employers and Employees
LouisLiawMay 12, 2025

Fixed-Term Contracts Explained: Things to Know for Employers and Employees

Introduction Fixed-term employment contracts are employment contracts for a stipulated period, defined by a specific start date and an end date.[1] Upon expiry, there is no dismissal as the employer-employee relationship naturally comes to an end due to effluxion of

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How Medical Condition Can ‘Frustrate’ An Employment Contract
LouisLiawMarch 18, 2025

How Medical Condition Can ‘Frustrate’ An Employment Contract

Frustration in Employment Contracts Employment contracts are legally binding agreements between an employer and employee, typically ending through resignation or termination. However, did you know that in some cases, an employment contract can come to an end due to frustration?

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