For example She didn't bother to do her job properly so she was warned for negligence by her boss. Show source/s Plain English Campaign Give feedback This page was not useful This page was useful Thank you for your feedback. If you have another few minutes please take the time to tell us about our new Dictionary service. Thank you for your answer, if you can tell us more that would really help Update
Contributory negligence your own carelessness contributing to the damage done to you or your property. When someone suffers damage or injury their claim for damages may be limited if they have contributed to the harm done through their own carelessness.