Civil law provides individuals with a way to seek compensation for damages caused by others. When someone is harmed by the actions of another person or entity, they can file a civil lawsuit to seek damages. To seek compensation for damages in a civil lawsuit, the injured party, or plaintiff, must show that the defendant was at fault for causing the harm. This is typically done by proving that the defendant's actions or inactions violated a duty of care owed to the plaintiff, and that this breach of duty was the direct cause of the plaintiff's injuries. Once fault has been established, the plaintiff can seek a variety of damages, including economic damages, such as medical expenses, lost wages, and property damage, as well as non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. To recover these damages, the plaintiff must prove the amount of damages suffered, usually through the presentation of evidence, such as medical bills, pay stubs, and expert testimony. The amount of damages awarded is then determined by the court or jury based on the evidence presented. Civil law also provides mechanisms for enforcing judgments and collecting damages. For example, a plaintiff can seek a writ of execution to seize assets or income from the defendant to satisfy the judgment. Overall, civil law provides individuals with a way to seek compensation for damages caused by others, by establishing a legal framework for proving fault, determining damages, and enforcing judgments.