PLEADING IN THE ALTERNATIVE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Pleading In The Alternative.
Pleading In The Alternative - as a noun
A pleading that alleges facts so separate that it is difficult to determine which facts the person intends to rely on
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
Example Sentences
"In a legal dispute, a plaintiff may file a pleading in the alternative, asserting multiple claims."
"The defendant's lawyer crafted a pleading in the alternative to give more options for defense."
"The pleading in the alternative presented two possible scenarios for the court to consider."
"The prosecutor decided to file a pleading in the alternative, charging the defendant with both negligence and manslaughter."
"The defense attorney argued that the pleading in the alternative confused the jury and should be dismissed."