In contrast to a criminal case, in a tort case:
A) the victim is the plaintiff
B) the victim is a witness
C) the victim does not receive compensation for injuries, but the wrongdoer may have to pay restitution
D) the case is brought to court by the government
E) the case is based on the alleged wrongdoer violating a rule imposed by the legislature

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In a tort case, the victim is the plaintiff who brings the case to court seeking compensation for the injuries or damages sustained. Unlike in a criminal case, the main focus of a tort case is to compensate the victim rather than to punish the wrongdoer.

In Contrast to a Criminal Case, in a Tort Case