Wisconsin Supreme Court June 29, 2004, 02-1273 (Kerl v. Dennis Rasmussen, Inc.)

DIANE S. SYKES, J.

¶ 1. This case involves a claim of franchisor vicarious liability under the doctrine of respondeat superior. At issue is whether and under what circumstances a franchisor may be vicariously liable for the negligence of its franchisee.

¶ 2. The issue arises in the context of a damages lawsuit stemming from a horrific crime.