ABSTRACT
An employer can be liable for injuries negligently caused by his or her employee and also for injuries negligently caused to his or her employee. The former arises out of vicarious liability and the latter from the duty of an employer to take reasonable care for the safety of his or her employees whilst they are at work. Both types of liability have important implications for business and both are areas where insurance is required to meet the cost of any claims arising. Vicarious liability will be examined initially since the doctrine requires an explanation of the nature of the employer and employee relationship.
