Negligence is a __________, or civil wrong.

A) tort
B) grievance
C) crime
D) mistake

Negligence

The failure to take reasonable care to avoid causing injury or loss to another person, resulting in liability for any damage resulting from this lack of care.

Civil Wrong

A violation of a person's rights or a failure to perform a legal duty owed to a specific individual or society, known as a tort.

Tort

A civil wrong not arising from a breach of contract. A breach of a legal duty that causes harm or injury to another.