Disjunctive allegations are legal assertions or statements in a complaint that offer alternative claims or scenarios, allowing for multiple potential causes of action or legal theories to be presented. In other words, they provide the plaintiff with flexibility in asserting their case by presenting different scenarios or grounds for relief. Disjunctive allegations can be useful when there are uncertainties about the facts or legal theories applicable to the case, allowing the plaintiff to plead in the alternative to ensure all possible claims are covered. This approach enables the court to consider different scenarios and legal arguments when determining the outcome of the case.
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