If an agent's motivation in committing an intentional tort is to promote the principal's business,the principal is relieved of liability for any injury caused by the tort.

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The principal can still be held liable for the agent's intentional tort if it was committed within the scope of employment and was done to further the principal's business interests. This is known as vicarious liability.

If an Agent's Motivation in Committing an Intentional Tort Is