Counterpleas
/ˈkaʊntərˌpliːz/
Definitions
- (n.) Plea filed by a defendant responding to the plaintiff's claim with new facts or arguments that, if true, defeat or mitigate the plaintiff's claim.
The defendant submitted counterpleas to challenge the allegations made in the complaint.
Forms
- counterplea
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Commentary
Counterpleas are a procedural device to assert defenses or facts opposing the original claim; clarity in drafting is essential to specify the grounds asserted.
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