A civil suit is a legal case brought by one party (the plaintiff) against another party (the defendant) in a civil court, typically seeking compensation or a resolution to a dispute. It involves non-criminal matters, such as:
- Contract disputes
- Property disputes
- Personal injury claims
- Divorce or family law issues
- Employment issues
In a civil suit, the plaintiff generally seeks some form of damages (money) or specific performance (an action or behavior) from the defendant, rather than criminal punishment. The goal is to resolve conflicts or disputes and restore the injured party to a position they would have been in had the wrongdoing not occurred. If the court rules in favor of the plaintiff, the defendant may be required to pay damages, perform certain actions, or comply with a legal order.
