Abatement is generally the temporary or permanent halting of a process (a lawsuit) or a situation (a nuisance).
In Arkansas, abatement refers to the legal process of suspending or stopping a lawsuit or a nuisance. When it comes to lawsuits, abatement can occur for various reasons, such as the death of a party, a lack of jurisdiction, or a case being filed in the wrong venue. The court may order the abatement of the legal proceedings until the issue is resolved. In the context of a nuisance, abatement involves the cessation of a condition or activity that is interfering with the use and enjoyment of property. Arkansas law allows for the abatement of nuisances through court orders, which may require the responsible party to cease the nuisance or take corrective action. This can apply to various situations, including environmental hazards, noise disturbances, or unsafe structures.