Upon information or belief

{
  "id": "MLC-T-LAW-005108",
  "term": "Upon information or belief",
  "field": "Law",
  "definition": "A legal phrase used in pleadings and affidavits to indicate that the person making the statement believes it to be true, even if they do not have direct, firsthand knowledge. This allows for allegations to be made based on credible sources or reasonable inferences, rather than requiring absolute certainty at the initial stage. It is a common standard for verifying facts in civil litigation.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/upon-information-or-belief/"
}