In which of the following statements are legal terms common to civil cases used correctly?

a. "The attorney sued for damages from the plaintiff."
b. "The defendant sued the plaintiff for damages."
c. "The plaintiff sued the defendant for damages."
d. "The plaintiff sued the defendant so that he would be incarcerated."


ANS: C

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