negligence level
[ˈnɛɡlɪdʒəns ˈlɛvəl]
noun phrasepl: negligence levels
nível de negligência
1. The degree or extent to which negligence is present in a situation, action, or responsibility; the severity or scale of carelessness or failure to exercise proper care
The negligence level in the accident investigation was determined to be severe.
O nível de negligência na investigação do acidente foi determinado como grave.
2. In legal or medical contexts, a classification used to assess the degree of breach of duty of care
The court examined the negligence level to determine liability.
O tribunal examinou o nível de negligência para determinar a responsabilidade civil.
This term is primarily used in legal, medical, and professional liability contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian legal system (Código Civil), understanding negligence levels is crucial for determining civil liability and damages. The concept is fundamental to the American tort law system and frequently appears in courtroom proceedings and insurance assessments.
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