cause of action

American  

noun

1. Law. the grounds on which a civil suit is justified.

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Example Sentences

“Each count must identify the particular legal basis for liability and contain specific factual allegations that support each cause of action within each count,” Cannon ordered.

From Salon

“Each count must identify the particular legal basis for liability and contain specific factual allegations that support each cause of action within each count,” Cannon wrote.

From Los Angeles Times

The lawsuit alleges negligence, breach of contract and several other causes of action, and seeks compensatory and punitive damages and reform of State Farm’s policies.

From Los Angeles Times

The lawsuits allege fraud, negligence, breach of contract and other causes of action, and seek damages and reform of the insurers’ practices.

From Los Angeles Times

Johnson is seeking the full amount he states he is owed — as well as other damages, costs and fees — for causes of action that include breach of contract, unfair business practices and intentional misrepresentation.

From Los Angeles Times