Simple definition
A demand or assertion that a right, remedy, payment, or other relief is owed.
Disputes
What Does Claim Mean?
A demand or assertion that a right, remedy, payment, or other relief is owed.
Example in a contract
A contract may use “claim” when describing a demand or assertion that a right, remedy, payment, or other relief is owed.
What claim means in a contract
This term is usually found in governing-law, jurisdiction, venue, arbitration, mediation, or legal-cost provisions.
Why it may matter
It can influence where and how disagreements are handled and what process applies before or instead of court proceedings. Review the exact language rather than relying on the label alone.
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FAQ
Questions about claim.
What does claim mean in plain English?+
A demand or assertion that a right, remedy, payment, or other relief is owed.
Where might claim appear in a contract?+
This term is usually found in governing-law, jurisdiction, venue, arbitration, mediation, or legal-cost provisions.
Is this definition legal advice?+
No. ClauseInsight provides concise informational explanations. The legal effect of a term depends on the complete document, facts, and applicable law.