key terms

• what is a claim?

  An action taken in a civil court, which is either the county or high court.
• When is a claim made?

  When a person or a business believes that their rights have been infringed and they are due compensation or some other remedy.
• What is compensation?

  The amount of money claimed to make good the loss or damage to the claimant.
• What is a synonym for compensation?

  Damages