List of Causes of Action
Overview of this form
The List of Causes of Action is a comprehensive legal document that outlines various types of lawsuits that can be filed against a tortfeasor, or a party who commits a wrongful act. This form serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking to understand their legal options when pursuing a claim. Unlike other legal forms, this document provides a categorized list of potential causes of action, helping users identify the most appropriate legal claim for their situation.
Form components explained
- Civil rights violations, including the Americans with Disabilities Act
- Intentional torts, such as assault and battery
- Business torts, including fraud and misrepresentation
- Employment claims, such as wrongful discharge and discrimination
- Real property disputes like foreclosure and nuisance claims
State-specific compliance details
This is a general form suitable for multiple states. Review and modify it as needed to reflect your jurisdiction’s rules.
Common use cases
You should use the List of Causes of Action when you are considering legal action against another party and need to identify the specific claims available to you. This form can assist you in evaluating your case and determining the appropriate legal grounds for your lawsuit, making it particularly useful in civil rights cases, personal injury claims, and business disputes.
Who needs this form
- Individuals who believe they have a legal claim against another party
- Legal professionals seeking a resource for potential claims in litigation
- Business owners involved in disputes that may require legal action
- Anyone requiring a comprehensive understanding of various causes of action.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify the type of claim you wish to pursue from the listed causes of action.
- Gather relevant information and documents that support your claim.
- Clearly articulate the facts and evidence that justify your cause of action.
- Consult with a legal professional if needed to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- File the completed form with the appropriate court or legal entity as required.
Does this document require notarization?
In most cases, this form does not require notarization. However, some jurisdictions or signing circumstances might. US Legal Forms offers online notarization powered by Notarize, accessible 24/7 for a quick, remote process.
Avoid these common issues
- Failing to clearly specify the cause of action relevant to the situation.
- Neglecting to include supporting documents and evidence.
- Overlooking state-specific legal requirements or deadlines.
- Providing insufficient detail about the facts surrounding the case.
Why use this form online
- Easy access to a variety of causes of action in one comprehensive document.
- Convenience of downloading and editing the form at your own pace.
- Updated content drafted by licensed attorneys, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
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FAQ
In order to establish negligence, you must be able to prove four elements: a duty, a breach of that duty, causation and damages.
N. the basis of a lawsuit founded on legal grounds and alleged facts which, if proved, would constitute all the "elements" required by statute.In many lawsuits there are several causes of action stated separately, such as fraud, breach of contract, and debt, or negligence and intentional destruction of property.
Some of the most commonly cited causes of action include: Breach of contract. Fraud. Torts (battery, assault, negligence, intentional or negligent infliction of emotional distress, slander, invasion of privacy)
Just taking from the context you have given, it sounds like a claim is a cause of action that has already been filed in a court. A cause of action would just be something that the statute of limitations is running on and has not been filed yet. Cause of action is used in Fed Court.
The fact or combination of facts that gives a person the right to seek judicial redress or relief against another. Also, the legal theory forming the basis of a lawsuit. The cause of action is the heart of the complaint, which is the Pleading that initiates a lawsuit.
Examples: to have a cause of action for breach of contract there must have been an offer of acceptance; for a tort (civil wrong) there must have been negligence or intentional wrongdoing and failure to perform; for libel there must have been an untruth published which is particularly harmful; and in all cases there
The term Cause of Action refers to a set of facts or allegations that make up the grounds for filing a lawsuit.To pursue a cause of action, a plaintiff pleads or alleges facts in a plaint, the pleading that initiates a lawsuit.
Federal causes of action relate to a party's right to take legal action due to a violation of its legal rights. This is different from the general term cause of action. In federal litigation, a party only has cause of action if it has a recognized statutory or constitutional right to sue for a violation.
