plaintiff

• Person, die ein gerichtliches Verfahren durch Einreichung einer Klage gegen eine andere Partei einleitet. Im Zivilprozess die Partei, die den Rechtsstreit anhängig macht.

A person who initiates a lawsuit by bringing a legal action against another party in a court of law.

1. Legal complainantB2formallegal

   A person who brings a legal case against another party in a court of law.

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   • The plaintiff filed a lawsuit against the company for breach of contract.
   • In a civil case, the plaintiff must prove their claims by a preponderance of the evidence.
   • The judge ruled in favor of the plaintiff, awarding damages.

   Synonymeaccuserclaimantcomplainantpetitionersuitor

   Antonymedefendantrespondent