is a bare denial sufficient to found a defence to a claim for payment in civil litigation?

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is a bare denial sufficient to found a defence to a claim for payment in civil litigation?

2006-06-26 23:43:14 · 2 answers · asked by falco 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics

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Depends on the circumstances - the burden of proof rests on the plaintiff. If they can prove that you owe the money, for services rendered or whatever, then you need to prove why you don't. A denial is not considered adequate, if the plaintiff has proven his case.

2006-06-27 00:08:06 · answer #1 · answered by Jeannie 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋

only if you have supporting proof.

2006-06-27 00:03:19 · answer #2 · answered by glen t 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋