A civil suit, also known as a civil lawsuit or civil action, refers to a legal proceeding initiated by one party against another in a non-criminal context. It is a means to resolve disputes or seek redress for harm, injury, or infringement of rights.

In a civil suit, the plaintiff alleges that the defendant’s actions or omissions have caused them harm and seeks legal remedies such as monetary compensation, specific performance, or injunctive relief.

The civil suit is typically heard in a civil court, where the parties present their arguments, evidence, and legal defenses, and a judge or jury renders a decision based on the preponderance of evidence.