Procedure

Material Fact

/ muh-TEER-ee-ul fakt /

Definition

A fact that could influence the outcome of a legal proceeding.

Used in Context

“A material fact distinguishes a case appropriate for summary judgment.”

Etymology

◈ Latin: materia, substance

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