Q: I am a supervisor for a hwy construction comp. Been with them for over 35. Can the make me pay for an accident by one my
Employee's? Let me say never had any kind of accident in my job. Must add I was told you pay for this out of your own pocket or your fired. I was sent an email say the damage was $15,000. I'm 70yrs old I don't need this. Could anyone please guide to some options. Thanks
A:
Unless you have a written employment agreement for a specific term of employment, your employer most likely can terminate you because one of the subordinates you are responsible to supervise caused an accident. However, legally, as an employee, your employer cannot successfully sue you for such damages. All they can do is terminate your employment.
If you are an independent contractor as opposed to being an employee, the company that hired you can sue you for the acts or omissions of your own employee or for your negligent supervision of their employee. In this event, you should immediately notify your CGL insurance company.
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