Legal Claim
/ˈliːɡəl kleɪm/
Definitions
- (n.) A demand or assertion of a right to money, property, or remedy under law.
The plaintiff filed a legal claim seeking damages for breach of contract.
- (n.) A cause of action enabling a party to initiate legal proceedings.
To succeed, the claimant must have a valid legal claim supported by evidence.
Forms
- legal claims
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Commentary
A legal claim often forms the foundational basis for commencing a lawsuit; drafters should distinguish between the asserted right and the procedural vehicle (complaint or petition).
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