negligent performance
[ˈnɛɡlɪdʒənt pərˈfɔrməns]
nounpl: negligent performances
desempenho negligente
1. The failure to carry out a duty or task with reasonable care and attention, resulting in substandard work or service
The contractor was sued for negligent performance of the construction project.
O empreiteiro foi processado pelo desempenho negligente do projeto de construção.
2. In legal contexts, the act of performing professional duties below the standard of care expected from a reasonably competent professional
The doctor was accused of negligent performance during the surgical procedure.
O médico foi acusado de desempenho negligente durante o procedimento cirúrgico.
This term is primarily used in legal, professional, and business contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it appears frequently in labor disputes and professional liability cases. In the USA, it is commonly associated with malpractice lawsuits, particularly in medical and legal professions. The term carries significant legal implications and potential financial consequences for those accused.
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