Court case

Definition

A court case is a dispute between two or more parties that is resolved in a court of law, where a judge or jury examines the evidence to make a decision. The process involves legal arguments, evidence presentation, and may result in a verdict or settlement.

Related terms

Litigation: The process of taking legal action or bringing a lawsuit against another party in court.

Verdict: The final decision made by a jury or judge that resolves the dispute at the end of a court case.

Settlement: An agreement reached between disputing parties outside of court, often with terms that avoid further legal action