Nonsuit Definition
nŏn-so͝ot
nonsuits
noun
A judgment against a plaintiff for failing to proceed to trial, to establish a valid case, or to produce adequate evidence.
Webster's New World
The ending of a lawsuit by the voluntary withdrawal of the plaintiff.
Webster's New World
The dismissal of a case by the judge for procedural infirmity or lack of any evidence, without reaching a decision on the merits.
Webster's New World Law
A plaintiff’s voluntary dismissal of a case.
Webster's New World Law
(law) A lawsuit that is dismissed as having been brought without cause, prior to an adjudication on the merits.
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verb
To bring a nonsuit against (a plaintiff or a plaintiff's case)
Webster's New World
(law) To dismiss (a plaintiff) on the grounds of his or her lawsuit having been brought without cause, prior to an adjudication on the merits.
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