gross negligence

American  

[grohs neg-li-juhns] / ˈgroʊs ˈnɛg lɪ dʒəns /

noun

Law.

1. in general, an act or practice of negligence that demonstrates a willful and reckless disregard for others’ safety and an indifference to their rights, such as speeding through a busy parking lot: interpreted differently in different jurisdictions.

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Etymology

Origin of gross negligence

First recorded in 1665–75

Example Sentences

Gross negligence is generally considered to involve a reckless disregard for the safety of others.

From New York Times • Sep. 2, 2022

Gross negligence may lead to criminal proceedings, but it will not increase the compensation in civil claims, he says.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2015

Gross negligence involves reckless or willful disregard for human and environmental safety and is difficult to prove, experts say.

From Reuters • Feb. 26, 2013

Gross negligence involves reckless or willful disregard for human and environmental safety and is a difficult standard to prove, experts say.

From Reuters • Feb. 25, 2013

Gross negligence is an offence that makes him punishable by the court, if it results in serious injury.

From Moral Principles and Medical Practice The Basis of Medical Jurisprudence by Coppens, Charles