What does Chose in Action mean?
A right to property that can only be enforced by legal action, such as a debt or a claim for damages, rather than physical possession.
An unpaid invoice represents a chose in action, as the creditor has the right to sue for the amount owed.
Chose in Action in German, French, Spanish and Italian
GermanKlagbarer Anspruch
also Forderungsrecht
Ein Recht, das nur durch Klage durchgesetzt werden kann (z. B. eine Forderung).
FrenchCréance
also Chose incorporelle
Droit immatériel qui ne peut être réalisé que par une action en justice.
SpanishDerecho de acción
also Cosa litigiosa
Derecho personal sobre algo que no se posee físicamente pero se puede reclamar.
ItalianDiritto di credito
also Azione legale
Diritto immateriale che può essere azionato in giudizio (es. un credito).
Synonyms and opposites for Chose in Action
- Synonym Intangible personal property
- Opposite Chose in possession