Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
legal-redress
Noun
/ˈliːɡəl rɪˈdrɛs/
Definition
Legal redress refers to the remedy provided by the law to an individual who has suffered a wrong or injury, typically through the court system.
Examples
- After unfair dismissal, she sought legal redress to recover her lost wages.
- The victims of fraud were encouraged to pursue legal redress against the perpetrator.
Meaning
It is a means of seeking compensation or correction for a legal grievance, allowing a person to address injustices through legal action.
Synonyms
- Remedy
- Redemption
- Reparation
- Compensation
- Restitution
