Whether liability can be ignored when no harm has been caused depends on the specific circumstances and the nature of the liability. 1. **Legal Liability**: Some legal liabilities do not rely on whether actual harm has been caused. For example, some regulations require specific compliance with behavior, and non-compliance may result in legal liability or fines even if no harm has been directly caused. 2. **Moral and Ethical Liability**: Even if no direct harm has been caused, a person or organization may have moral or ethical liabilities. For example, in a work environment, failure to adhere to a code of ethical behavior may be considered irresponsible behavior. 3. **Contractual Liability**: If you have committed to certain obligations in a contract, failure to fulfill those obligations may result in liability for breach of contract even if no harm has been caused. 4. **Social Liability**: In some cases, there may be social expectations for individuals and organizations to fulfill specific responsibilities. These responsibilities may not be legal or contractual, but are still considered important in society or the community. Therefore, ignoring a liability may not be wise in the long run, especially if there may be an impact on reputation or future relationships. When faced with liability issues, it is usually recommended to carefully evaluate the nature of specific liabilities and potential consequences with the help of legal counsel.