Complainee vs. Complaint — What's the Difference?

A person or organization against whom a complaint is filed.

A written or verbal grievance addressed to an authority.

The accused party in conflict resolution scenarios.

An official statement of dissatisfaction in a professional setting.

The target of dissatisfaction in a complaint.

A formal expression of dissatisfaction about a situation.

The defendant in a formal grievance process.

A document stating problems requiring resolution.

The responder to accusations in a complaint context.

A tool for initiating conflict resolution processes.

One who is complained about; the subject of a complaint.

In legal terminology, a complaint is any formal legal document that sets out the facts and legal reasons (see: cause of action) that the filing party or parties (the plaintiff(s)) believes are sufficient to support a claim against the party or parties against whom the claim is brought (the defendant(s)) that entitles the plaintiff(s) to a remedy (either money damages or injunctive relief). For example, the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) that govern civil litigation in United States courts provide that a civil action is commenced with the filing or service of a pleading called a complaint.

An expression of pain, dissatisfaction, or resentment.

A cause or reason for complaining; a grievance

A bodily disorder or disease; a malady or ailment.

The symptom or distress about which a patient seeks medical assistance.

A formal statement initiating a lawsuit by specifying the facts and legal grounds for the relief sought.

A formal charge, made under oath, of the commission of a crime or other such offense.

The act of complaining.

A grievance, problem, difficulty, or concern.

(legal) In a civil action, the first pleading of the plaintiff setting out the facts on which the claim is based;
The purpose is to give notice to the adversary of the nature and basis of the claim asserted.

(legal) In criminal law, the preliminary charge or accusation made by one person against another to the appropriate court or officer, usually a magistrate.
However, court proceedings, such as a trial, cannot be instituted until an indictment or information has been handed down against the defendant.

A bodily disorder or disease; the symptom of such a disorder.

Expression of grief, regret, pain, censure, or resentment; lamentation; murmuring; accusation; fault-finding.

Cause or subject of complaint or murmuring.

An ailment or disease of the body.

A formal allegation or charge against a party made or presented to the appropriate court or officer, as for a wrong done or a crime committed (in the latter case, generally under oath); an information; accusation; the initial bill in proceedings in equity.

An often persistent bodily disorder or disease; a cause for complaining

(formerly) a loud cry (or repeated cries) of pain or rage or sorrow

An expression of grievance or resentment

(civil law) the first pleading of the plaintiff setting out the facts on which the claim for relief is based

(criminal law) a pleading describing some wrong or offense;

A complainee responds by addressing the issues raised, either by defending their actions or by rectifying the situation.

A complaint should include a clear and detailed account of the grievance, with any necessary evidence to support the claims.

Yes, a complaint can be withdrawn by the complainant, often if a resolution is reached or if they choose not to pursue the matter.

Complainees are often protected by rights to fair treatment and defense, ensuring that the complaint process is just and equitable.

A complaint is a formal expression of dissatisfaction about something believed to be wrong or unfair.

A complaint typically undergoes a review process which may include investigation, mediation, and resolution.

Outcomes can range from exoneration to corrective actions, depending on the complaint's validity and the evidence provided.

Any individual or entity that is accused in a complaint can be a complainee, including businesses, organizations, or public figures.

Common reasons include dissatisfaction with a service, product, or behavior, perceived injustices, or legal violations.

A complainee is the person or entity against whom a complaint is made.

A complaint should be structured clearly and logically, outlining each grievance and the desired resolution, supported by evidence.

Yes, a complainee can file a counter-complaint if they believe the original complaint was unfounded or malicious.

The complainant is the person who files the complaint, while the complainee is the person or entity the complaint is against.

The response time can vary, but it is typically defined by the rules governing the complaint process in the specific context.

Evidence is crucial in substantiating the claims made in a complaint and influencing the outcome of the complaint process.