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Definition Of A Legal Claim

How is a legal claim defined?

In simple terms, a legal claim is a court process brought upon by a plaintiff against the defendant or company. The plaintiff in which damages have taken place upon, has the legal right to demand from the defendant the reparations they deserve. If both parties in the dispute reach an agreement, a settlement offer is written and signed by the two parties. If they don’t agree with the terms of the settlement or the amount, the lawsuit will proceed before a judge and/or jury.

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