ulpa aquiliana as distinguished from culpa contractual: Proof of due diligence in the selection and supervision of employees is not considered a defense. Proof of the contract and its breach is sufficient to warrant recovery. The negligence of the defendant is only an incident in the performance of the obligation. The source of liability is the negligent act of the person causing damage to another.

ulpa aquiliana as distinguished from culpa contractual: Proof of due diligence in the selection and supervision of employees is not considered a defense. Proof of the contract and its breach is sufficient to warrant recovery. The negligence of the defendant is only an incident in the performance of the obligation. The source of liability is the negligent act of the person causing damage to another.

Auditing: A Risk Based-Approach (MindTap Course List)

11th Edition

ISBN:9781337619455

Author:Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. Rittenberg

Publisher:Karla M Johnstone, Audrey A. Gramling, Larry E. Rittenberg

Chapter4: Professional Legal Liability

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