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Simple English definitions for legal terms

willful neglect

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A quick definition of willful neglect:

Willful neglect is when someone intentionally or recklessly fails to do something they are supposed to do, especially when it comes to taking care of a child. Neglect is when someone doesn't give proper attention to a person or thing, whether they meant to or not. But willful neglect is when someone knows they should do something, but they choose not to do it anyway. This can be very harmful, especially when it comes to taking care of children.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Willful neglect is the intentional or reckless failure to carry out a legal duty, especially in caring for a child.

Examples:

  • A parent intentionally not providing necessary medical care for their child
  • A caregiver recklessly leaving a child unattended for long periods of time
  • A teacher intentionally not reporting suspected child abuse

These examples illustrate willful neglect because in each case, the person responsible for the child's well-being is intentionally or recklessly failing to fulfill their legal duty to provide proper care and attention. This can result in harm to the child and is considered a serious form of child abuse.

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Just got my Michigan rejection
BookwormBroker
16:10
same
RoaldDahl
16:10
@HopefullyInLawSchool: what if i already got rejected. does it mean anything
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:12
@RoaldDahl: Likely not however it could mean nothing
RoaldDahl
16:15
So if it means nothing does that mean something?
HopefullyInLawSchool
16:17
Possibly
RoaldDahl
16:26
Cool
RoaldDahl
16:26
thank you!!!! i hope it means something
pinkandblue
16:31
fart
IrishDinosaur
16:36
Mich R gang lesgooo
Did anyone else get that random get to know nova email?
HopefullyInLawSchool
17:21
Ya it was sent to all YM applicants
starfishies
17:37
Anyone get the NDLS email inviting you to apply for something even though they haven’t made a decision on your app yet
17:38
Better yet I got the email and I was rejected last month
starfishies
17:38
Wtf
starfishies
17:39
and the deadline is in like a week what is this
any cardozo movement?
BatmanBeyond
18:01
Sent a LOCI via portal, but I'm wondering if email would have gotten me a swifter response
BatmanBeyond
18:02
This whole hold/wait-list/reserve system is a headache
loci already?
BatmanBeyond
18:09
If the odds are like 1-2% I don't think it matters much by the numbers
12:11
I got the same NDLS email
OrangeThing
12:18
I think the user profiles are broken
19:29
Any word out of Notre Dame?
19:29
Only the invitation to apply for LSE
19:29
Anyone received a decision from NDLS?
19:50
when did u guys apply that just heard from umich? they havent even glanced at my app yet
0:30
how am i supposed to spy on people when profile links are broken?
Right. Broken links smh
I've been UR since first/second week of Jan, no updates otherwise, is that a bad sign? At or above median LSAT and above 75th gpa.
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