Why are employers responsible for my actions?

If I accidentally drain a car of its transmission fluid instead of its oil and then the customer drives off and their car destroys itself, why is NY employer solely responsible for paying for it? Don't get me wrong: it's a relief. I just don't understand the legal logic.

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Pretzel · 70-79, M

it's a common law practice

if you are acting in the scope of your employment the employer is responsible.

now if you are on the clock and rob a bank - they aren't liable.

I guess they figure if the employer benefits from your labor then they take the risk of your screwing up