Which of the following describes vicarious liability?

Vicarious liability refers to the legal principle where one party can be held liable for the actions or negligence of another party, typically within a specific relationship, such as employer and employee. In this context, the key concept is that the liability is not because of the individual’s own actions but rather because of their association with the person who committed the act that led to the liability.

In a real estate context, this could apply to a broker being held liable for their agent's actions. If an agent makes a mistake while acting within the scope of their employment, the broker may be responsible for addressing the claims arising from that mistake, even if they did not directly engage in the problematic behavior. This establishes a direct link between the association of the parties and the liability incurred, supporting the idea of liability being transferred to another party—in this case, from the agent to the broker.

Other options do not accurately depict the nature of vicarious liability. For example, liability for one’s own actions pertains to personal accountability and does not involve another party. Sharing liability equally among partners may relate more to partnership agreements than to the concept of vicarious liability itself. Lastly, suggesting no legal liability incurred contradicts the very essence of vicarious liability, which