To avoid splitting a cause of action, litigants must begin by clearly identifying the full set of facts, rights, and remedies arising from a single transaction or occurrence and ensure that all related claims are combined in one suit. The first step is a thorough case assessment to determine whether multiple claims stem from the same factual matrix; next, all potential reliefs — whether damages, injunction, or specific performance — should be included in the same pleading. Experienced lawyers emphasize drafting comprehensive pleadings, cross-checking for overlapping claims, and reviewing procedural laws such as Order II Rule 2 of the CPC (in India) or similar rules elsewhere that prohibit splitting. They also recommend early case strategy meetings, meticulous documentation, and ongoing coordination between clients and counsel to ensure nothing is omitted or later filed separately, thereby maintaining procedural compliance and strengthening the client’s position in court.
