A civil action lawsuit in which the original defendant sues the original plaintiff for damages is known as ________.

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Malicious prosecution occurs when the original defendant in a lawsuit turns around and sues the original plaintiff, claiming that the initial lawsuit was without merit and caused damage. This is distinct from strict liability, disparagement, and slander, which involve different legal principles and scenarios.

A Civil Action Lawsuit in Which the Original Defendant Sues