1. Describe the doctrine of respondeat superior in your own words. What is the doctrine's purpose?In light of your answer to Question No. 1, when does the Doctrine of Respondeat Superior make employers liable for sexual harassment or assault by its employees? Thoroughly explain your answer.
2. Do you believe that respondeat superior is generally a fair or unfair doctrine in terms of society as a whole (as opposed to a particular person or a particular case)? Thoroughly explain the basis for your opinion.