Definitions
a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy
Word origin
From law + suit.
Used in a sentence
“The lawyer advised his client against filing a lawsuit as it would take a lot of time and money to resolve.”
“My ex-fiancé filed a lawsuit against me for a false restraining order and defamation.”
“It has jailed environmental activists and is planning to limit the power of judicial oversight by handing a state-approved body a monopoly over bringing environmental lawsuits.”
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Used as a crossword answer1 curated clues
01“Court case”7 letters
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