cross claim: Rule 13(g); a claim stated by a party against a coparty (usually a defendant cross claims against a codefendant). top defendant: the party against whom a complaint (or criminal charge) is filed.
Cross-claim- A pleading which asserts a claim arising out of the same subject action as the original complaint against a co-party, i.e., one co-defendant cross claims against another co-defendant for contribution for any damages assessed against ...
See also: Party, Defend, Cross claim, Claims, Defendant
 
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