Grossly Negligent Acts
Grossly negligent acts are acts that show some indifference to others and thereby constitutes an utter disregard of prudence amounting to complete neglect of the safety of another person. Gross negligence is a level of negligence that is greater than what is called simple or ordinary negligence. Gross negligence may be operating a motor vehicle at 100 mph in a 50 mph zone. Gross negligence can be seen in operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol. A 260 pound football coach picking up a 140 pound player and throwing him to the ground may constitute gross negligence also. In addition, that behavior could also constitute assault and battery.
