Quick Summary
A plaintiff is a person or entity who brings a legal case against another person or entity (defendant) in a court of law, seeking legal remedy for a grievance or injury.
A plaintiff is a person or entity who brings a legal case against another person or entity (defendant) in a court of law, seeking legal remedy for a grievance or injury.
Key Characteristics
- Party who files the lawsuit or complaint
- Seeks legal remedy or compensation
- Must prove their case with evidence
Legal Framework
Can be an individual, company, or government entity
Key Points
- Party who files the lawsuit or complaint
- Seeks legal remedy or compensation
- Must prove their case with evidence
- Also called complainant in criminal cases
- Bears the burden of proof in civil cases
- Can be an individual, company, or government entity