Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
file-a-suit
verb phrase
/ˈfaɪl ə sjuːt/
Definition
To initiate legal proceedings by submitting documents to a court.
Examples
- The plaintiff decided to file a suit against the company for breach of contract.
- After consulting her lawyer, she was ready to file a suit for damages.
- He filed a suit to protect his intellectual property rights.
Meaning
Filing a suit means formally starting a lawsuit, which involves presenting evidence or claims to seek a legal remedy.
Synonyms
- initiate litigation
- bring a lawsuit
- commence legal action
