Section 671A.1 – Limitation on liability for negligently hiring an employee, agent, or independent contractor convicted of a public offense.

671A.1 Limitation on liability for negligently hiring an employee, agent, or independent contractor convicted of a public offense. 1. A cause of action shall not be brought against a private employer, general contractor, or premises owner for negligently hiring an employee, agent, or independent contractor, based solely on evidence that the employee, agent, or independent […]

Section 671A.2 – Liability protection not applicable.

671A.2 Liability protection not applicable. 1. This chapter does not preclude a cause of action for negligent hiring based on evidence that the employee, agent, or independent contractor has been convicted of a public offense as defined in section 701.2, if all of the following criteria are met: a. The private employer, general contractor, or […]