Intentional Torts

13. Generally, intentional torts are outside the scope of agency.

Exceptions--Intentional torts are within the scope of agency if the conduct was

(1) specifically authorized by the Principal

(2)natural from the nature of the employment

(3) motivated by a desire to serve the principal. Ex: A bouncer at a bar hits a patron.

Note that you only need one of these three factors to qualify for an exception to the principal's immunity from liability for his agent's intentional tort.

Read a review of intentional torts, here.

Read this summary of officer and director liability in tort.