complaint for injunction

In one sentence

A formal request to a court to order someone to stop or start a specific action.

Plain English

A complaint for injunction is a legal document filed in court asking a judge to issue an order (called an injunction) that requires someone to do something or prevents them from doing something. For example, you might file one to stop a neighbor from building on your property or to force a company to honor a contract. The judge reviews the complaint and decides whether to grant the injunction.

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Example

A tech company files a complaint for injunction against a former employee who is about to start work for a competitor in violation of a non-compete agreement. The court issues a temporary injunction stopping the employee from working there until the case is fully decided.

Used in a sentence

“The complaint for injunction asked the court to prevent the defendant from selling the disputed property.”

Related terms

Equitable Remedies

Court-ordered solutions (like injunctions or specific performance) that go beyond simply awarding money.

Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)

A standalone contract in which one or both parties promise to keep shared information confidential.

Breach of Contract

Failure to do what a contract requires, without a valid legal excuse.

Summons

A court order requiring someone to appear in court or respond to a lawsuit.

Evidence

Information, documents, or physical items presented in court to prove or disprove facts.

Stand Your Ground

A law allowing a person to use force, including deadly force, to defend themselves without a duty to retreat.

Castle Doctrine

A law stating that a person's home is their castle and they can use force to defend it without duty to retreat.

Expungement

A legal process that erases or seals a criminal conviction from your record.

This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change over time. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney.