The plaintiff in a civil case establishes the case by a preponderance of the evidence he/she will win the case.

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A preponderance of the evidence means that the plaintiff has shown that the evidence is more in favor of their position than the defendant's. This is the burden of proof required in most civil cases, unlike in criminal cases where the burden is beyond a reasonable doubt. If the plaintiff meets this burden, they are likely to win the case.

The Plaintiff in a Civil Case Establishes the Case by a Preponderance