When one private party contests another and the lawsuit or action is brought before a judge in a court of law, the process is referred to collectively as ________________.

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The process of private parties bringing a lawsuit or action before a judge in a court of law is known as litigation. Prosecution and indictment are more commonly associated with criminal cases. An appeal is a legal process where a higher court reviews the decision of a lower court. Civil discourse refers to the exchange of ideas and opinions in a respectful and constructive manner.

When One Private Party Contests Another and the Lawsuit or Action