kártalanító

kártalanító is a Hungarian noun that refers to compensation or indemnity paid for injuries, losses, or damages inflicted by a third party. The term is commonly used in civil and criminal law, as well as in insurance and contractual contexts. In legal proceedings, the plaintiff may seek a kártalanító from the defendant to cover medical expenses, loss of income, property damage, or non‑pecuniary damages such as pain and suffering. The amount awarded depends on the severity of the harm, the extent of financial loss, and the circumstances of the incident.

In tort law, kártalanító is a remedy for negligent or intentional wrongdoing, whereas in criminal law it often functions as part of a restitution order imposed by the court. Insurance policies frequently include a kártalanító clause that obliges the insurer to reimburse the insured for covered losses. Commercial contracts may also stipulate that one party shall pay a kártalanító to the other if certain performance standards are not met.

The process of determining a kártalanító involves an assessment of damages, which may include a combination of tangible losses and intangible harm. Courts or arbitrators consider evidence such as medical reports, witnesses, and expert testimony. The principle behind kártalanító is to restore the injured party as close as possible to the position they were in prior to the incident, reflecting both compensatory justice and deterrence.