Crossclaim
/ˈkrɔːskleɪm/
Definitions
- (n.) A claim asserted by one party against a co-party in the same proceeding, typically relating to the subject matter of the original claim.
The defendant filed a crossclaim against the co-defendant for contribution.
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- crossclaims
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Commentary
Crossclaims arise between co-parties and must relate to the original action's subject matter; they differ from counterclaims, which are asserted against opposing parties.
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