Master and servant

The "master and servant" relationship is a legal concept where an employer (the master) controls and directs an employee’s work (the servant). The employer provides tasks, instructions, and oversight, while the employee carries out those duties within the scope of their employment. This arrangement ensures accountability and defines responsibilities, with the employer generally responsible for the actions of the employee performed within their employment duties. The concept is fundamental in employment law, particularly regarding liability and responsibility for workplace conduct, compensation, and employment rights.