Frivolous Claim
/ˈfrɪvələsl klɛm/
Definitions
- (n.) A claim filed without any legal merit, often to harass or delay, and dismissed by courts as lacking basis.
The judge quickly rejected the frivolous claim for failing to present any evidence.
Forms
- frivolous claims
Related terms
Commentary
Courts often impose sanctions on parties who repeatedly file frivolous claims to deter misuse of judicial resources.
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