What constitutes a violation under license law?

Gross negligence is a clear violation under license law because it reflects a significant lack of care or an extreme departure from the standards of conduct expected from a professional in the field. This level of negligence can seriously harm clients or the public, leading to severe consequences for stakeholders, including financial loss or damage to reputation.

In many professions, particularly those regulated by licensing boards, the expectation is that practitioners will adhere to a standard of care that is reasonably expected in that profession. Gross negligence indicates a blatant disregard for that standard, demonstrating a failure to act in a way that a reasonable professional would under similar circumstances. Therefore, it is treated seriously under license law, often resulting in disciplinary action, loss of licensure, or legal repercussions.

While providing substandard service, not responding to inquiries promptly, and improper marketing can be issues concerning professional conduct, they typically do not reach the severity of being categorized as gross negligence, which involves a willful disregard for professional standards and practices.