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detour
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A quick definition of detour:
Term: DETOUR
Definition: A detour is when an employee goes off track from their job duties for personal reasons. Even though it is not part of their job, the employer is still responsible for their actions. This is different from a frolic, which is when an employee completely goes off on their own and the employer is not responsible.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: A detour is when an employee makes a small deviation from their work duties for personal reasons. Even though it is not part of their job, the employer is still responsible for the employee's actions during the detour.
Example: If a delivery driver stops to grab lunch on their way to a delivery, that is considered a detour. If the driver gets into an accident while on the detour, the employer is still responsible for any damages or injuries caused.
Explanation: This example shows how a detour is a minor deviation from an employee's work duties. Even though the driver stopped for personal reasons, they were still on the job and acting on behalf of their employer. Therefore, the employer is still responsible for any consequences of the detour.