Culpaskadeståndsansvar
Culpaskadeståndsansvar is a legal concept originating in Swedish law that describes a form of vicarious liability. It pertains to the responsibility an employer or principal may bear for damages caused by the negligence of their employee or agent. This liability arises when the employee or agent, acting within the scope of their employment or mandate, causes harm to a third party. The core principle is that the employer or principal is held accountable not because they themselves were negligent, but because of their relationship with the negligent party.
The rationale behind culpaskadeståndsansvar is rooted in several considerations. Firstly, it promotes a higher standard of
To establish culpaskadeståndsansvar, several conditions typically need to be met. There must be a demonstrable employer-employee