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commencement of action

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commencement of action n. an action (a lawsuit) commences (begins officially) when the party suing files a written complaint or petition with the clerk of the court. (See: complaint, petition)


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RR&C attorney Fox said she intends to serve the Sanitation Districts board with a notice of commencement of action at this week's meeting if it approves the Environmental Impact Report, which Fox contends violates the California Environmental Quality Act.
 
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