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Vicarious liability

by Australian Human Rights Commission | Guide/Tool
Information on the meaning of vicarious liability and how it applies in the discrimination context

Australian Human Rights Commission webpage on vicarious liability (opens in new window) 

 

Employers can be held legally responsible for acts of discrimination or harassment that occur in the workplace or in connection with a person’s employment.

This is known as vicarious liability.

This guide provides information about vicarious liability for employers and steps to prevent workplace discrimination and harassment.