noun
- the number of cases handled by a court, social worker, or other professional at a given time
Examples
- The social worker’s caseload increased dramatically after the budget cuts.
- Each attorney in the public defender’s office carries a heavy caseload.
- The judge complained about the overwhelming caseload in family court.
- Due to staff shortages, her caseload doubled this month.
- The agency is hiring more counselors to reduce individual caseloads.
- Managing a large caseload requires excellent organizational skills.