skadelidte

Skadelidte is a term used in Norwegian civil law to refer to a person who has suffered damage or harm as a result of another party’s conduct or negligence. The concept covers individuals who have been injured, as well as those who have suffered property damage or other losses.

The skadelidte may have a right to compensation from the party at fault or from their insurer. Damages can be economic, such as medical expenses, lost earnings, and repair costs, or non-economic, such as pain and suffering or a reduced quality of life. The concept applies across various contexts, including traffic accidents, workplace injuries, medical malpractice, product liability, and other types of tort and liability situations.

Legal framework and procedures typically involve civil liability rules and, in many cases, insurance arrangements. The skadelidte can seek compensation through negotiations with the liable party or their insurer, and may pursue court action if a settlement cannot be reached. Liability insurance often plays a central role in funding compensation.

Proof and limitations are important aspects of claims by the skadelidte. The claimant must demonstrate that damage occurred, that it was caused by someone else’s fault or breach of duty, and the extent of the loss. Claims are subject to statutory time limits (foreldelsesfrist), which vary depending on the type of claim and circumstances.

Etymology and usage: the word skadelidte derives from skade (damage) and lide (to suffer) and is widely used in legal texts and everyday language to designate the injured party in civil disputes. Related terms include erstatning (compensation), ansvar (liability), and ansvarksforsikring (liability insurance).