Melinda,who Works in a Jewelry Store Owned by Cindy,was Picking

Essay

Melinda,who works in a jewelry store owned by Cindy,was picking up some gemstones for use in the store.On the way back to the jewelry store,she went through a drive-through at a fast food restaurant to get a soda.While in line,she negligently bumped the vehicle in front of her that was owned by Ralph.Melinda did not have insurance.Ralph asked Cindy to pay for the damage to his bumper.Cindy refused on the basis that she never gave Melinda authority to stop for a soda.Should Cindy be held liable,and why or why not?