INTERPLEADER

Interpleader

Interpleader is civil procedure that allows a plaintiff to initiate a lawsuit in order to compel two or more other parties to litigate a dispute. An interpleader action originates when the plaintiff holds property on behalf of another, but does not know to whom the property should be transferred. It is often used to resolve disputes arising under insurance contracts.

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interpleader

Noun

  1. One who makes an interplea.
  2. Motion for a third party to enter into a lawsuit in process because a matter is being adjudicated in which they have an interest.
  3. Process by which a third party asks a court to determine which of two rival claims is to be honored by the third party.


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