Recovery
/rɪˈkʌvəri/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of obtaining compensation or restitution for a loss or damage in a legal context.
The plaintiff sought recovery for the damages caused by the defendant's negligence.
- (n.) The process of regaining something lost, such as possession of property or funds.
The recovery of stolen goods was crucial to the case.
Forms
- recoveries
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Commentary
In legal drafting, distinguish 'recovery' as a noun denoting both the act of obtaining compensation and the process of regaining possession to avoid ambiguity.
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