178. Compensation to agent for injury caused by principal’s neglect

The principal must make compensation to his agent in respect of injury caused to such agent by the principal’s neglect or want of skill.

Illustration

A employs B as bricklayer in building a house and puts up the scaffolding himself. The scaffolding is unskillfully put up and B is, in consequence, hurt. A must make compensation to B.

Effect of agency on contract with third persons