Cause of Action
/ˈkɔːz əv ˈækʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal claim or ground upon which a plaintiff may seek a remedy in court.
The plaintiff must establish a valid cause of action to proceed with the lawsuit.
Forms
- causes of action
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Commentary
A cause of action identifies the specific legal basis for a lawsuit and is fundamental to pleading in civil procedure.
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