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Plural
litigants
1
(law) a person or party involved in a legal case
- The litigant filed a lawsuit against the company, alleging discrimination in the workplace.
- As a litigant in the divorce proceedings, Sarah sought legal representation to protect her interests and assets.
- After the car accident, John became a litigant, seeking compensation for medical expenses and damages caused by the negligent driver.
- The small business owner found himself as a litigant in a contract dispute with a former partner over the terms of their dissolved agreement.
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