Jolie Angelina
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Albuquerque, Inc., and attended a work? Kathleen Eckhardt responded to an advertisement for Charter Hospital of Albuquerque, Inc., and attended a workshop given by Charter's counseling service. She met with Courtney Cook, an employee of Charter, and Cook referred Eckhardt to William McGregor. Though Charter had given only temporary privileges to McGregor, he maintained an office in Charter's counseling center, received support from Charter employees, and used Charter business cards. Eckhardt alleged that while she was under McGregor's care, he assaulted her. Eckhardt filed a civil action against Charter Hospital of Albuquerque, Inc., William McGregor, and Courtney Cook. The trial court awarded Eckhardt damages against Charter, McGregor, and Cook. The court found against Charter for negligent misrepresentation and negligent selection and supervision of McGregor. Charter appealed the trial court's decision, arguing that McGregor, not Charter, provided the services Eckhardt received. How do you think the appellate court decided the case? Why? Do you think the court should hold Charter liable for McGregor's actions? Why or why not? [Eckhardt v. Charter Hosp. of Albuquerque, Inc., 953 P.2d 722 (1998).]