A principal is liable for the torts and crimes of the agent if they are committed at the direction of the principal or while the agent is performing authorized duties during the ordinary course of the agency.

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This is known as the doctrine of respondeat superior or vicarious liability. It holds the principal responsible for the actions of their agent, under certain circumstances.

A Principal Is Liable for the Torts and Crimes of the Agent