Cause Of Action (Noun)

Meaning

A claim sufficient to demand judicial attention; the facts that give rise to right of action.

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

• The plaintiff's lawyer carefully reviewed the case to determine if there was a valid cause of action against the defendant.
• In order to file a lawsuit, the claimant must have a legitimate cause of action that is recognized by the court.
• The court dismissed the case because the plaintiff failed to establish a clear cause of action against the company.
• A breach of contract can be a valid cause of action, allowing the injured party to seek damages in court.
• To succeed in a personal injury claim, the claimant must prove that the defendant's actions were the cause of action that led to their injuries.