Common Law Liability

Common law liability refers to the legal responsibility that parents may have for the actions of their children, particularly if those actions result in harm or property damage. Under this principle, parents can be held accountable for their children's unlawful behavior if it's shown that they didn't adequately supervise or guide their child. This liability aims to encourage responsible parenting and ensure that injured parties can seek compensation. The specific rules and limits of parental liability can vary by jurisdiction, but the core idea is that parents have a duty to manage their children's behavior.