Leg pain may be caused by a problem in the leg, but often the root cause of the problem starts in the lower back, where the sciatic nerve originates, and then travels along the path of the nerve (called sciatica). See What You Need to Know About Sciatica.
Definition of 'litigation'. litigation (lÉªtÉªgeÉªÊÉn ) Litigation is the process of fighting or defending a case in a civil court of law. The settlement ends more than four years of litigation on behalf of the residents. Synonyms: lawsuit, case, action, process More Synonyms of litigation. Word Frequency.
Settlement. The act of adjusting or determining the dealings or disputes between persons without pursuing the matter through a trial. In civil lawsuits, settlement is an alternative to pursuing litigation through trial. Typically, it occurs when the defendant agrees to some or all of the plaintiff's claims and decides not to fight the matter in court. Usually, a settlement requires the defendant to pay the plaintiff some monetary amount.