lawsuit
Aussprache: [ˈlɔːˌsuːt]
Wort
Kontext: „legal matters“
(noun) a lawsuit is when a person or a group asks the court to help solve a problem, usually about money or rights. It’s like when someone feels wronged or thinks someone didn't follow the rules, and they go to a judge to sort it out.
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After the accident, she filed a lawsuit to get compensation for her medical bills.
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He decided not to proceed with the lawsuit even though he was unhappy with the service.
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What steps do you need to take to file a lawsuit?
Kontext: „disputes“
(noun) a lawsuit can also refer to the actual case that is being decided in court. This can happen when people disagree about rules, contracts, or personal issues.
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The lawsuit was settled quickly thanks to both parties agreeing to negotiation.
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The lawsuit dragged on for years without a resolution.
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How many lawsuits are currently pending in the court?
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