Rettsaker

Rett­saker is a Swedish term that refers to matters brought before a court for adjudication. In everyday usage it denotes litigation or legal proceedings and can describe a single case or a broader docket of ongoing court matters. The term is general and is often used to describe civil, criminal, or administrative disputes that require judicial resolution. While some sources distinguish between specific categories, rettsaker in common speech covers a range of legal action brought by individuals, companies, or public authorities.

The scope of rettsaker includes civil cases such as contract disputes, property matters, family law issues, and tort claims; criminal cases involving alleged offences; and administrative or regulatory matters, such as appeals against decisions by public authorities or regulatory bodies. Labor disputes and procurement or procurement-related litigation may also be described as rettsaker in broad usage. The exact definition can vary by jurisdiction and by which court handles the case.

Procedurally, rettsaker typically begin with a filing or complaint, followed by a summons and pleadings, presentation of evidence, hearings, and a judgment. Parties usually have the right to appeal to higher courts, potentially shaping broader legal standards. In many jurisdictions, court proceedings are public, and many decisions are published, although privacy protections apply to certain sensitive matters.

See also: Rättsfall (case law), Sveriges domstolar (Swedish Courts), Rättsväsendet.