The agent is liable for the tortious conduct of the principal only if he or she directly or indirectly participates in or aids and abets the principal's conduct.

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According to the doctrine of respondeat superior, an agent is liable for the actions of the principal if the agent participated in, encouraged, or had the authority to control the principal's tortious conduct. Therefore, if the agent directly or indirectly aided and abetted the principal's wrongful behavior, they can be held liable for the resulting harm.

The Agent Is Liable for the Tortious Conduct of the Principal