equitable remedy

A remedy, usu. a nonmonetary one such as an injunction or specific performance, obtained when available legal remedies, usu. monetary damages, cannot adequately redress the injury. • Historically, an equitable remedy was available only from a court of equity. — Also termed equitable relief. See IRREPARABLE-INJURY RULE. [Cases: Injunction 17; Specific Performance 1. C.J.S. Injunctions […]