Terms Used In Tennessee Code 29-3-115

  • Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
  • Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.

On the trial of such action for the recovery of damages, either party may show by proof the extent, if any, of the injury or injuries complained of, and how the alleged nuisance is caused or originated.