Legal Question in Environmental Law in Wisconsin
Toxic dumping
Say a employee of mine made a decision to dump more waste than a permit allowed and my company got a lawsuit put on us. Is there a law or any protection the company can use to say it was the employees fault?
Asked on 1/07/09, 3:45 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Patrick Tracy
Patrick J. Tracy, Esq, P.E.,
Re: Toxic dumping
In general, that is not a good defense. As the employer in most cases you are responsible for the actions of your employees unless his intention was malicious. In sum, negligence of an employee is not a defense. I cannot comment any further since I don't know the facts of the case.
If you are concerned, seek competent counsel in your jurisdiction to assist you.
Answered on 1/07/09, 3:54 pm
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