A_________ is a document that states the claims the plaintiff is making against the defendant, contains a statement regarding the court's jurisdiction over the dispute, and demands a remedy (such as money damages) .

A) demand
B) judgment
C) complaint
D) pleading

Complaint

A formal legal document filed in court that initiates a lawsuit, stating the facts and legal claims against the defendant.

Jurisdiction

The authorized capacity to enact legal verdicts and rulings.

Remedy

The means by which a court enforces a right, imposes a penalty, or makes another court order to impose its will.