Complaints

/ˈkɒmplɛɪnts/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Formal legal documents initiating a lawsuit by stating the plaintiff's allegations and claims against the defendant.
    The plaintiff filed the complaints in the civil court to seek damages.
  2. (n.) Expressions of dissatisfaction or grievances, often in administrative or regulatory contexts.
    The agency received multiple complaints about the company’s unfair practices.

Commentary

In legal contexts, 'complaints' is generally the plural of 'complaint'; the singular form carries the substantive definition, while 'complaints' refers to multiple such documents or expressions.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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