Legal Costs
/ˈliːɡəl kɒsts/
Definitions
- (n.) Expenses incurred by a party in connection with legal proceedings, including attorney fees, court fees, and other related charges.
The plaintiff was awarded legal costs after winning the lawsuit.
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- legal costs
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Commentary
Legal costs typically include both the fees payable to legal professionals and other expenses related to litigation; clarity in contracts and statutes about apportionment and recoverability is essential.
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