Gravamen
Quick Summary of Gravamen
Gravamen a complaint or grievance, the ground of a legal action, and particularly the more serious part of a charge against an accused person.
What is the dictionary definition of Gravamen?
Dictionary Definition of Gravamen
n. Latin for "to weigh down," the basic gist of every claim (cause of action) or charge in a complaint filed to begin a lawsuit. Example: in an accident case, the gravamen may be the negligence of the defendant, and in a contract case, it may be the breach of the defendant.
The grievance complained of; the substantial cause of the action; also, in general, the ground or essence of a complaint.
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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March, 2024.
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