Order Description

For your Session Long project, you will be performing a case study analysis. The case was first discussed in module 1 SLP. The case you are using is the Robert

Courtney case. Here is one link but there are several others you can use: http://www.highbeam.com/doc/1P1-54775380.html#mlt.

1.Identify and discuss the concept of vicarious liability.
2.Based upon your research and assessment of the case, is there sufficient evidence to suggest that this concept can be substantiated in this case? Explain why or why

not?
3.In this case, what organizational parties could be held liable and why?
4.Are there any grounds to find the patients liable?

Length: SLP assignments should be at least 2 to 3 pages in length, double-spaced.

References: At least two references should be included from academic sources (e.g. peer-reviewed journal articles). Required readings are included. As much as possible

use your own words and build on the ideas of others. When material is copied verbatim from external sources, it MUST be enclosed in quotes. The references should be

cited within the text and also listed at the end of the assignment in the References section (preferably in APA format).

Organization: Subheadings should be used to organize your paper according to question

Format: APA format is recommended (but not required) for this assignment. See Syllabus page for more information on APA format.

Grammar and Spelling: While no points are deducted, assignments are expected to adhere to standards guidelines of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence syntax.

Points may be deducted if grammar and spelling impact clarity.