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A claimant is the party who initiates a legal action before a court to seek a legal remedy, for example damages.
A claimant is the party who initiates a legal action before a court to seek a legal remedy, for example damages.

Revision as of 11:05, 11 May 2016

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Law.

A claimant is the party who initiates a legal action before a court to seek a legal remedy, for example damages.

Also known as a plaintiff or a complainant.


2.

More generally, a party who claims a benefit, right or title.


See also