Lawsuit
Procedural LawDefinition
An application to a court to decide a legal dispute by judgment. Filing a lawsuit initiates court proceedings.
Detailed Explanation
The lawsuit must meet certain formal requirements and is filed with the competent court. Filing the lawsuit interrupts the statute of limitations.
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