Florida § 581.071 - Principal responsible for actions of employees.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 581.071 — Principal responsible for actions of employees., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 581.071. Principal responsible for actions of employees.
In construing and enforcing the provisions of this chapter, the act, omission, or failure of any official or other person acting for or employed by any association, partnership, corporation, or other principal within the scope of her or his employment or office shall in every case be deemed the act, omission, or failure of such association, partnership, corporation, or other principal as well as that of the individual.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 581.071
What does Florida Statutes § 581.071 cover?
Section 581.071 ("Principal responsible for actions of employees.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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