Gross misconduct is described as employee wrongdoing that is which of the following?

• A. Willful, Intentional, Reckless
• B. Inadvertent, Minor, Unprofessional
• C. Negligent, Careless, Mild
• D. Honest, Ethical, Diligent

Answer: (A)

Gross misconduct refers to behavior that is deliberate or reckless and shows a blatant disregard for the employer’s rules, policies, or safety. It’s not just a mistake or a minor issue; it signals a fundamental breach of trust, which can justify immediate dismissal. The terms willful and intentional capture the deliberate aspect, while reckless reflects acting with a conscious disregard for consequences. Inadvertent or minor actions describe unintentional or trivial problems, negligent or careless actions suggest less than the extreme level of certainty and disregard involved in gross misconduct, and honest, ethical, diligent describes positive behavior, not misconduct.