Melanie Ashton worked as a cashier at King Foods, a general partnership. She had just left her assigned check-out lane to use the public Ladies' Room at the back of the store. Melanie apparently entered the bathroom at a brisk pace; a customer (Amy King) already in the bathroom but trying to leave was hit by the opening door; she fell to the floor and sustained serious injuries.
Ms. King subsequently sued King Foods, arguing that the company was liable for the negligence of its employee, Melanie.
Will Amy King succeed in her claim against King Foods? Why or why not? What is the liability of King Foods if Amy King wins her case?