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)
alternative pleadingExample 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."
Word Variations & Relations
A-Z Proximities
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pleadingly17pleadings13pleads9pleaed9pleaing10
