negligence
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"The statement of claim predominantly seeks reliefs for environmental damages, negligence, and the halting of commercial asset divestments," the judge said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 17, 2026
He said Solomon is leading the search and it would be negligence for Ruemmler to not be involved, adding that no one knows Goldman’s legal and regulatory challenges better than her.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
Police are recommending negligence charges against the parents.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
A court-appointed guardian for Joshua sued for negligence, blaming not only the driver who hit him and ran away but also the city and the L.A.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 2, 2026
At the same time, the overwhelming number of people who suffer an injury due to the negligence of a doctor never file a malpractice suit at all.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
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