The immediate cause the last link in the chain, the nearest in time but not necessarily the nearest in efficiency. The nearest in efficiency is the proximate cause of a loss.
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Same as Proximate Cause.

The fact or combination of facts giving rise to a right of legal action.
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A statement in a lawsuit of a claim against the defendant. A multiple cause of action suit may seek damages for negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, negligent infliction of emotional distress, trespass, assault, battery, and breach of contract.