n. a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy
n. 诉讼
[法] 诉讼, 诉讼案件
1. She decided to file a lawsuit against the company for unfair dismissal.
她决定对公司提起不当解雇的诉讼。
2. The lawsuit took several months to resolve in court.
这起诉讼在法庭上花了几个月才解决。
3. He won the lawsuit and received compensation for his injuries.
他赢得了诉讼，并获得了伤害赔偿。