bill of interpleader

An original bill filed by a party against two or more persons who claim from that party the same debt or duty.

• The requesting party asks the court to compel the contenders to litigate and establish their rights to the debt or the duty. See INTERPLEADER. [Cases: Interpleader 23. C.J.S. Interpleader §§ 33–34.]

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双语律师Jenna，国际知名法学院环境法专业，擅长翻译各类与环境、社会及管治 (ESG)相关的法律文件。