Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lawsuit
noun
/ˈlɔːˌsuːt/
Definition
A lawsuit is a legal dispute between two or more parties that is resolved by a court of law.
Examples
- The company filed a lawsuit against the contractor for breach of contract.
- After the accident, she considered a lawsuit to cover her medical expenses.
- The lawsuit took several months to reach a verdict.
Meaning
Lawsuits are often initiated when one party believes that another has violated their legal rights. They seek to resolve issues through judicial proceedings.
Synonyms
- litigation
- case
- legal action
- trial
- court case
