negligent selection

[ˈnɛɡ.lɪ.dʒənt sɪˈlɛk.ʃən]
nounpl: negligent selections
seleção negligente
1. The act of choosing or selecting something with insufficient care, attention, or diligence, resulting in a failure to exercise reasonable care
The company was sued for negligent selection of contractors who lacked proper safety certifications.
A empresa foi processada por seleção negligente de empreiteiros que não possuíam as certificações de segurança adequadas.
2. A legal doctrine holding an employer or organization liable for damages caused by inadequate screening or hiring practices
The hiring manager's negligent selection of an unqualified employee resulted in significant financial losses.
A seleção negligente de um funcionário não qualificado pelo gerente de recursos humanos resultou em perdas financeiras significativas.
3. Failure to properly vet, investigate, or evaluate candidates, vendors, or other parties before making a selection decision
Due diligence in hiring prevents accusations of negligent selection.
A diligência adequada na contratação previne acusações de seleção negligente.
This is primarily a legal and business term used in both American and Brazilian contexts. In the United States, 'negligent selection' is particularly relevant in employment law, particularly in cases of premises liability and hiring practices. In Brazil, the term is used similarly in corporate law and labor disputes. Both jurisdictions recognize this as a basis for legal liability when organizations fail to properly screen or select employees, contractors, or vendors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
negligent hiringnegligent retentioncareless selectioninadequate screeningnegligent vetting
Antonyms / Antônimos
careful selectiondiligent screeningthorough vettingprudent selection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seleção negligente
Standard legal and business terminology
São Paulo
seleção negligente
Common in corporate and legal contexts, formal usage
Rio de Janeiro
seleção negligente
Used in legal proceedings and business matters
Portugal
seleção negligente
Legal terminology consistent with European Portuguese; may also use 'escolha negligente'

Related Words

negligenceduty of caredue diligencebackground checkreasonable careliabilityhiring practices

Related Idioms & Phrases

failure to exercise reasonable care
inadequate due diligence
lack of proper vetting
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