powództwo

Powództwo is a Polish legal term referring to a lawsuit or legal action initiated by a plaintiff against a defendant in a court of law. It is the formal process through which an individual or entity seeks a legal remedy from another party. The initiation of a powództwo typically involves filing a formal complaint or petition with the appropriate court, outlining the claims, the factual basis for those claims, and the relief sought.

The purpose of a powództwo is to resolve a dispute or to enforce a legal right. This can involve seeking monetary damages, specific performance of a contract, injunctive relief to prevent certain actions, or other forms of legal redress. The party filing the suit, known as the powód (plaintiff), bears the burden of proving their case. The party against whom the suit is brought is the pozwany (defendant), who has the opportunity to respond to the claims and present their defense.

The process of a powództwo follows established civil procedure rules, which vary depending on the type of case and the jurisdiction. These rules govern aspects such as pleadings, evidence, discovery, hearings, and trials. The ultimate goal is for the court to render a judgment that resolves the dispute between the parties. A powództwo can be initiated in various types of courts, including civil, family, labor, or administrative courts, depending on the nature of the legal matter.