Abatement ab initio is a legal doctrine that allows a court to declare a legal action null and void from its inception. This means that the court treats the action as if it never existed, erasing all legal consequences and liabilities associated with it. Abatement ab initio is typically used in cases where there has been a fundamental defect or irregularity in the legal proceedings, such as a lack of jurisdiction or a violation of due process. The doctrine aims to restore parties to their original positions before the action was initiated, ensuring fairness and justice in the legal system.
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