It had come to light by mid-2004, that U.S. forces were destroying ancient monuments either through negligent actions, or by mistake - having not realised what they were.

"Fifth," said the policeman quietly, "general willful and negligent actions resulting in material damage and loss to your employer to the value of eighty-two thousand maels."

"It was not a negligent, unthinking action; it was a conscious plan to prevent scandal and to protect the interests of the church."

In that case, the Court held that to maintain discipline, military personnel must not fear being sued for negligent actions they might take in the course of duty.

Evergreene claimed that negligent and incompetent actions had led to cost increases and scheduling delays for both Evergreene and the city.

But opponents say that limiting such awards, which are given to punish reckless or outrageously negligent actions, would give companies an incentive to sell unsafe products.

In contrast, anyone else causing the death of another by negligent action (for example, driving a vehicle while intoxicated) is charged with negligent homicide.

(3) any knowing, willful, or negligent action to create or continue a special access program contrary to the requirements of this order.

If the victim has contributed to causing their own harm through negligent or irresponsible actions, the damages may be reduced or eliminated entirely.

Their causes have been very well studied: more than 80% are caused by human actions, either negligent or wilful, with a deliberate intention to cause damage.