Maine Revised Statutes Title 14 Sec. 7355 – Judgment
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Terms Used In Maine Revised Statutes Title 14 Sec. 7355
- Damages: Money paid by defendants to successful plaintiffs in civil cases to compensate the plaintiffs for their injuries.
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
- Plaintiff: The person who files the complaint in a civil lawsuit.
If the plaintiff maintains his action, he shall be discharged and recover his costs; but if not, the defendant shall recover his costs and such damages as the jury assess; or if the defendant is defaulted or the parties consent, the court may assess the damages.