gross negligence

[grohs neg-li-juhns]

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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gross negligence¹

First recorded in 1665–75

Example Sentences

Authorities have now arrested three executives from the construction firm, citing "gross negligence".

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Police have arrested three men from the construction company involved, accusing the firm of gross negligence leading to the accident and causing the fire "to spread rapidly beyond control".

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Police have said separate corporate manslaughter and gross negligence manslaughter investigations are continuing.

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Fraser Bohm, 24, is charged with four counts of murder and vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence stemming from the Oct.

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He was acquitted of gross negligence manslaughter.

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