Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
court-action
noun
/kɔrt ˈækʃən/
Definition
A legal proceeding initiated in a court of law to resolve a dispute or enforce a right.
Examples
- After exhausting all negotiation options, they decided to pursue court action.
- The court action was filed to recover damages from the accident.
Meaning
Court action refers to formal legal steps taken in the judicial system, typically involving litigation, where parties seek resolution to legal issues before a judge.
Synonyms
- litigation
- lawsuit
- legal action
