Demurrer

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-001557",
  "term": "Demurrer",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A formal pleading in a lawsuit that challenges the legal sufficiency of the opposing party's complaint or answer, arguing that even if the facts presented are true, they do not establish a valid claim or defense under the law. It essentially asks the court to dismiss the case or a portion of it without proceeding to trial on the merits. If granted, the plaintiff may be given leave to amend their complaint.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/demurrer/"
}