Civil Suit (Noun)
Meaning
A lawsuit alleging violations of civil law by the defendant.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The plaintiff filed a civil suit against the company for negligence and breach of contract.
- The family of the deceased filed a civil suit against the driver who caused the fatal accident.
- The civil suit alleged that the company had engaged in unfair business practices and sought damages.
- The civil suit was settled out of court for an undisclosed amount after months of negotiations.
- The lawyer specialized in civil suits and had a reputation for winning high-profile cases.