Sue's office building was damaged by a fire caused by a careless tenant.After paying Sue for her loss,the insurance company sued the tenant to recover its loss.This suit is based on the principle of

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This suit is based on the principle of subrogation, which allows the insurance company to step into the shoes of the insured (Sue) and sue the responsible party (the tenant) to recover its loss. The insurance company is entitled to be reimbursed for the amount it paid out to Sue.

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