Counterclaim Definition & Meaning

counterclaim
noun
  1. a claim filed in opposition to another claim in a legal action
verb
  1. set up a claim in opposition to a previous claim

"Counterclaim" in song lyrics

See how counterclaim is used in real songs:

  • "9th cir stay of counterclaim"
    AOL — AOL
  • "9th cir dismissal of permissive counterclaim"
    AOL — AOL
  • "9th cir discretion to allow permissive counterclaim"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "counterclaim"

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