R v Adomako (case)

R v Adomako is a key legal case from 1994 that established the principles for criminally negligent homicide. In this case, an anesthetist failed to notice that a breathing tube had become disconnected during surgery, resulting in the patient's death. The court ruled that negligent conduct causing death can be criminal if it involves a breach of a duty of care that amounted to a gross negligence. This case clarified that even without intent to harm, serious carelessness can lead to criminal liability, emphasizing the importance of professional responsibility and vigilance in high-risk roles.