kläger

Kläger is a German word that translates to "plaintiff" in English legal terminology. It refers to the party initiating a lawsuit, the person or entity who brings a complaint against another party in a court of law. The Kläger seeks a legal remedy or redress for a perceived wrong or injury. In civil litigation, the Kläger is the one who alleges that the defendant has caused them harm or violated their rights. The burden of proof typically rests with the Kläger, meaning they must present sufficient evidence to convince the court of their claims. The Kläger's role is central to the adversarial legal system, as their action sets the legal proceedings in motion. The opposite of the Kläger is the Beklagter, which translates to "defendant."