lawsuit
noun [ C ]
uk/ˈlɔːsuːt/ us(also suit) LAW
a disagreement between people or organizations that is brought to a court of law for a decision:
bring/file/threaten a lawsuit against sb A lawsuit for sexual harassment was brought by two women against their former employer.
dismiss/settle/drop a lawsuit
civil/federal lawsuit The SEC alleges in their civil lawsuit against the firm that its fraud scheme cost investors a billion dollars.
a defamation/libel/malpractice lawsuit
an antitrust/infringement lawsuit
See also
class action