Jerry is a delivery person for Pretty Flowers Florists. His primary job responsibility is to deliver floral arrangements in the company’s van. While driving a floral arrangement to a wedding, Jerry decides to stop at the local tavern and have a beer. After several drinks, he gets back into the van with the intention of going home for a quick nap. Instead, he gets into an accident when he illegally goes through a red light. The drivers of the other cars involved in the accident sue Pretty Flowers for their property damage and personal injuries. Pretty Flowers claims they are not liable for Jerry’s actions while driving drunk. Is Pretty Flowers liable as Jerry's employer? 

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In this scenario Pretty Flowers Florists may be held liable for Jerrys actions under the legal doctr... View the full answer