What is described as the tort of negligence?

The tort of negligence is fundamentally about the failure to exercise the appropriate level of care that a reasonable person would exercise in similar circumstances, which directly leads to damage or injury to another party. The essence of negligence is centered around the concept of due care—an obligation to act in a manner that avoids causing harm to others. When a person or entity fails to uphold this standard of care and this failure results in harm, they may be held legally responsible for their actions. This principle underpins many legal frameworks surrounding personal injury and liability.

In this context, the other options do not accurately capture the definition of negligence. Carelessness leading to a violation of the law may encompass actions outside standard negligence, and justifiable lawsuits against an employer can fall under various legal categories beyond negligence. Accidental injuries that don't require inspection do not necessarily involve negligence either, as the key component of assessing negligence involves determining whether due care was exercised. Thus, the correct option accurately captures the essence of negligence as a tort.