Notice of Claim

A notice of claim is a legal document that informs a party of a potential lawsuit and gives them an opportunity to resolve the dispute before the case is filed in court. It is typically required in certain types of cases, such as those involving government entities or medical malpractice, where the plaintiff must give advance notice of their intent to sue. The notice of claim must include information about the nature of the claim, the damages sought, and the legal basis for the claim. It may also include a demand for settlement or an offer to engage in alternative dispute resolution. The purpose of the notice of claim is to encourage early resolution of disputes and to give the defendant an opportunity to investigate and respond to the allegations before litigation begins.