Define: Gross insubordination

The meaning of “Gross insubordination” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is Gross insubordination defined in a legal contract?

  • Gross insubordination means the deliberate refusal to follow a direct order that is reasonable, and given by the appropriate authority; it involves the commission of wrongful actions or serious mismanagement leading to a failure in executing the required duties. Seen in 13 SEC filings
  • Gross insubordination means when an employee refuses to obey a lawful order after it has been communicated to them verbally and in writing. Seen in 3 SEC filings
  • Gross insubordination means the intentional defiance of an instruction given by a superior. Seen in 1 SEC filing

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Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

  • Gross insubordination means the intentional refusal to follow a reasonable, direct order from proper authority, leading to failure in duties.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Cases of employee misconduct
  • Disputes over job responsibilities and duties
  • Serious disciplinary issues leading to termination

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Genie Definition 2

  • Gross insubordination means the defiance of a lawful order relayed both verbally and in writing.

Relevant Contract Types

Relevant Circumstances

  • Denial to follow orders on construction projects
  • Breach of predefined service agreement conditions
  • Mismanagement during subcontracted work

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Gross insubordination means the intentional refusal to follow a reasonable, direct order from proper authority, leading to failure in duties.