Who is referred to as the party seeking a legal solution in a dispute?

The party seeking a legal solution in a dispute is referred to as the claimant. This term is commonly used in civil litigation to denote the individual or entity that initiates a lawsuit or a legal claim against another party, seeking a remedy for perceived harm or injury. The claimant's role is to present their case to the court, demonstrate how they have been wronged, and specify the relief they are requesting.

In contrast, the defendant is the party against whom the legal action is brought; they respond to the claimant’s allegations. The prosecutor is associated with criminal cases and represents the government, bringing charges against an accused individual. Lastly, the accused refers specifically to a person charged or suspected of committing a crime, again relevant in the context of criminal law rather than civil disputes where the term claimant is relevant.