Adverse Claim

/ˈæd.vɜrs kleɪm/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A claim that conflicts with or contradicts another claim, often raised to challenge ownership or rights.
    The court examined the adverse claim to determine rightful property ownership.

Forms

  • adverse claims

Commentary

An adverse claim typically arises in contexts involving property or title disputes, serving to formally assert a competing right against the claimant's interest.

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