Chapter 8 - Complaints & Cross Complaints Flashcards
1
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Pleading Paper
A
Paper required for all litigation documents filed, 8 1/2 inches by 11 inches, with numbered lines on the left-hand margin
2
Q
Caption
A
The portion of a pleading or official document which contains the identification of the parties, the case number, and document title
3
Q
Statute of Limitations
A
Time within which matters must be filed or all rights will be forfeited
4
Q
Relate Back
A
The doctrine allowing the allegations of a complaint to be asserted against a “Doe” defendant after the statute of limitations has run
5
Q
Verified
A
Under Oath
6
Q
Statement of Damages
A
Statement of nature and amount of damages required in personal injury cases in state court
