After the company's delivery van broke down, Cynthia was sent by her employer, Perfect Printing Ltd., to deliver a rush order of printed forms to a customer in a neighbouring city. In order to do so, Cynthia rented a car in her own name and completed the delivery. On her way back Cynthia rear-ended another car that was stalled at an intersection. The accident victim may bring an action against Cynthia's employer for damages.

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Under the legal doctrine of vicarious liability, an employer can be held responsible for the negligent actions of an employee if those actions were performed within the scope of employment. Since Cynthia was completing a work-related task for Perfect Printing Ltd. at the time of the accident, the company could potentially be liable for damages.

After the Company's Delivery Van Broke Down, Cynthia Was Sent