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claim for relief |
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The section of a modern complaint that states the redress sought from a court by a person who initiates a lawsuit. A civil action is commenced with the filing of a complaint with the court. The person who is seeking money damages or a court order, called the plaintiff, files a complaint, which notifies or warns the defendant that legal action has begun. Within a complaint, the claim for relief portion sets forth a short, concise statement justifying the relief requested by the plaintiff. See also: cause of action How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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2 (7/25/06), the Tax Court ruled that it lacked jurisdiction to review a husband's equitable innocent spouse claim for relief under Sec. Most women supported their claim for relief by describing themselves as "'burdened with children,'" and provided "strong justification" for any separations that may have occurred (234). At least nine have submitted letters of opposition and 42 have signed a petition, raising questions not only about adequate water and dangerous traffic but also whether the Bernheims - who live in Central Oregon near Tumalo - really own all of the property included in their claim for relief. |
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