Jim ran a stop sign hitting Martin's car, and both were injured. Jim is now the injured party and Martin is the tortfeasor.

Name: Jim ran a stop sign hitting Martin's car, and both were injured. Jim is now the injured party and Martin is the tortfeasor.
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Jim is the tortfeasor because he ran the stop sign and has thus engaged in "twisted" behavior. Martin is referred to as the injured party, the innocent party, or the victim (the plaintiff if a lawsuit has been filed).

Jim Ran a Stop Sign Hitting Martin's Car, and Both