Risk Management Considerations for Abuse & Vicarious Liability

Organizations that are involved in one form or another in the provision of care and services geared to children and other vulnerable persons are susceptible to allegations of vicarious liability for sexual assault or abuse. The Supreme Court of Canada's decision in Bazley v. Curry (1999 CarswellBC 1264) had a profound impact on all public and non-profit organizations that provide children's services and programs.