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counterclaim Etymology: L, contra, against, clamere, to cry out (in law) a claim made by a defendant establishing a cause for action in his or her favor against a plaintiff. The purpose of a counterclaim is to oppose or detract from a plaintiff's claim or complaint. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Each contested it; the IRS counterclaimed that both men were jointly liable under Federal law. Duval counterclaimed, alleging that because he had to reduce the sale price of the property due to Houlihan's negligent misrepresentation of Stanford White's involvement with the building, he was thus damaged by Houlihan. The defendants had counterclaimed, asserting that Global Cash Access had engaged in unfair trade practices and that its patents were not enforceable. |
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