The person, agency, or government that is sued and has allegedly inflicted the damage or injury is referred to as the ___________.

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The defendant is the person, agency, or government that is being sued and is accused of causing damage or injury. The plaintiff is the party that brings the lawsuit, the attorney is the legal representative, and the jury is a group of individuals that hears the evidence and decides the outcome of the case.

The Person, Agency, or Government That Is Sued and Has