Legal Case
/ˈliːɡəl keɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) A dispute between parties presented to a court for resolution according to law.
The legal case was heard before the Supreme Court.
- (n.) A judicial proceeding in which rights and liabilities are adjudicated.
The legal case established a significant precedent.
Forms
- legal cases
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Commentary
'Legal case' broadly encompasses disputes and judicial proceedings; clarity is often enhanced by specifying the case type (e.g., civil or criminal).
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