BUSI 3705U Chapter Notes - Chapter 20: Pension, Wrongful Dismissal, Bargaining Unit
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Contractual relationship whereby an employer provides remuneration to an employee in exchange for work or services. Independent contractor person who is in a working relationship that does not meet the criteria of employment. Usually doctors and lawyers provide services in the capacity of independent contractor. Employee has certain statutory rights and benefits such as paid holidays and overtime. Employee may sue for wrongful dismissal, but this avenue is not available to an independent contractor. Employer is responsible for the torts of an employee in the course of employment, but not for those of an independent contractor in the course of carrying out the contract. Risk in hiring critical to business success or failure. Vicarious liability employer is liable when an employee commits a wrong while carrying out assigned duties or authorized tasks. Negligent hiring if the employer is careless in hiring, training, or supervising there may be an action against the employer in negligence due to the actions of employee.
