parties to a civil dispute Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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Plaintiff
A
The person whose rights have been infringed and who sues another party in a court or tribunal
2
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Defendant
A
The party who is alleged to have breached a civil law and is being sued
3
Q
Class actions
A
The lead plaintiff represents the class in the proceeding. The other people in the class are called group members
4
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Vicarious liability
A
The legal responsibility of a third party for the wrongful acts of another
