Can a customer sue an employee personally for actions taken at work?

Full question:

Can an employee acting under his employer be named in a suit personally by the customer?

Answer:

Yes, it is possible for a customer to name an employee personally in a lawsuit, even if the employee was acting within the scope of their employment. This can occur in cases where the employee's actions are deemed to be outside the protection of employer liability or if the employee engaged in wrongful conduct.

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FAQs

Yes, you can sue an employee personally for actions taken during their employment, especially if their conduct was outside the scope of their job or involved wrongful behavior. However, suing an employee may depend on the specific circumstances of the case.