Understanding Negligence And Recklessness: Key Legal Concepts For Responsible Behavior
Negligence is lack of reasonable care that causes harm, while recklessness involves a substantial and unjustifiable risk. Negligence requires a breach of duty, causation, and damages, while recklessness additionally considers the intent to disregard safety. Recklessness often results in more severe legal consequences than negligence due to the heightened disregard for potential harm. Understanding these…