Equitable relief is a legal remedy that aims to provide fairness when monetary compensation is not sufficient. It is often sought in cases involving contracts, property disputes, or family law, where a party seeks a specific action or outcome rather than just financial damages. Courts may issue orders to compel someone to act or refrain from acting in a certain way. This type of relief is based on principles of equity, which focus on fairness and justice. Common forms of equitable relief include injunctions, which prevent a party from taking certain actions, and specific performance, which requires a party to fulfill their contractual obligations.